Cape Thatching Reed

Cape Thatching Reed
Common Name: Elegia tectorum

☀️ Exposure: Full sun, partial shade
❄️ Hardiness: Hardy
🌱 Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, sandy loam
📏 Height: 1.5-2m | Spread: 1-1.5m

Elegia tectorum, commonly known as Cape Thatching Reed, is a striking, architectural plant native to South Africa. Its elegant, reed-like stems and fine, feathery foliage make it an excellent choice for wetland gardens, pond margins, and ornamental landscaping. Traditionally used for thatching, this hardy and low-maintenance plant adds a natural, flowing aesthetic to any space while also providing excellent habitat for wildlife. It thrives in moist soils but is also tolerant of occasional drought once established.