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Xanthorrhoea glauca -'Black Boy'


Xanthorrhoea glauca black boy Australian Grass Tree rare
Origin: Australia

These wonderful plants are unique to the continent of Australia. Their
survival from bush fires gives rise to the politically incorrect name
'Black Boy' with its thick blackened burnt trunks topped by a dense grassy
clump of leaves.
They are and extremely slow growing plant where it is estimated that the
trunks grow approximately 1cm of trunk a year in their native habitat. I
would say that is a bit on the generous side for plants growing in Ireland.
Having said that once the roots have been re-established you will see a
considerable amount of new grass emerging.

I've had one out doors for the past 6 years without any problems and it is
growing well. However these plants cannot be guaranteed out doors to be
fully hardy, "Caveat emptor"! Xanthorrhoea glauca are allegedly hardy
down to -6°c but have a definite dislike to the wet and damp of winters in
Ireland.

If planting outdoors, plant in a sunny position, (although Grass Trees will
also thrive in semi-shade) in free draining soil. Should the soil not be
free draining dig a large hole, mix in some horticultural grit and JI
Number 3 and plant in a slightly raised position to aid drainage off the
plant.
Alternatively plant on as above in a pot whereby you can leave out for most
the year and bring inside for the winter period.

It needs frequent watering after being planted at the base of the plant
only.
Never water through the head as this can lead to rotting of the plant.

As from 2006 the Australian Government will prohibit the export of
all the Xanthorrhoea Grass Tree species as they have classified the plant
as a Rare & Endangered species.
Each individual plant that I have on offer for sale is tagged under a
licence issued by the Australian Department of Environment.

I have approximately 40 plants left for sale and then they will be no more! Please note plants sold are fully rooted and have been in my care for over a year. Sold plants cannot be returned.


Size (feet) Size (cm)  Price  Availability 
From 30cm trunks  € 250.00  available 
We have 30 plants left ranging from 30cm to around 110cm trunks 
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