Poa cita – Silver Tussock

Bring soft, silvery texture and graceful movement to sunny landscapes with Silver Tussock.

Poa cita is a New Zealand native ornamental grass that forms dense tussocks of fine, arching silver-green foliage. Its slender leaves catch the light and ripple in the breeze, giving borders and naturalistic plantings an airy, relaxed feel. Open flower panicles rise above the foliage in summer and mature to warm straw tones. Plant Silver Tussock in repeated groups along a pathway or among boulders and flowering perennials, where its flowing shape can contrast with broader leaves and bold flowers. Provide well-drained soil and room for its arching foliage to develop.

Key Features

• Plant type: Evergreen perennial ornamental grass
• New Zealand native with fine silver-green foliage
• Dense, arching tussocks that move gently in the breeze
• Airy summer flower panicles that mature to straw tones
• Useful for sunny borders, coastal-style gardens, and naturalistic groupings

Growing Details
Height: 2–3 ft.; up to 3–4 ft. in bloom | Spread: 2–3 ft.
Exposure: Full sun | Water: Low to moderate once established; provide good drainage
Bloom time: Summer | Bloom color: Pale green to tan
USDA hardiness zones: 8–10