Australian Grass Tree Native Seeds
Price
Seeds per gram: 80
Common name: Australian Grass Tree
Scientific name: Xanthorrhoea preissii
The Australian Grass Tree is a unique, sculptural native plant known for its tall, blackened trunk and long, spiky leaves that form an elegant, grass-like crown, this slow-growing plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Planting information
Sowing method: Raise seedlings - it's best to raise seedlings before transplanting them to the garden.
Sowing depth: 3mm
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 150cm
Spacing: 150cm
Sun requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil requirements: Well draining soil
Time to sprout: 28-365 days at 18 - 22°C
When to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
Common name: Australian Grass Tree
Scientific name: Xanthorrhoea preissii
The Australian Grass Tree is a unique, sculptural native plant known for its tall, blackened trunk and long, spiky leaves that form an elegant, grass-like crown, this slow-growing plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Planting information
Sowing method: Raise seedlings - it's best to raise seedlings before transplanting them to the garden.
Sowing depth: 3mm
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 150cm
Spacing: 150cm
Sun requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil requirements: Well draining soil
Time to sprout: 28-365 days at 18 - 22°C
When to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Smoke Treatment
This is when smoked vermiculite is added to improve germination rates and times. This is readily available online. To use, simply sprinkle recommended amount on the surface of the potting mix after sowing seeds.
While it's not essential to use a smoke treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Smoke Treatment
This is when smoked vermiculite is added to improve germination rates and times. This is readily available online. To use, simply sprinkle recommended amount on the surface of the potting mix after sowing seeds.
While it's not essential to use a smoke treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
Australian Grass Tree Native Seeds
Common name: Australian Grass Tree
Scientific name: Xanthorrhoea preissii
The Australian Grass Tree is a unique, sculptural native plant known for its tall, blackened trunk and long, spiky leaves that form an elegant, grass-like crown, this slow-growing plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Planting information
Sowing method: Raise seedlings - it's best to raise seedlings before transplanting them to the garden.
Sowing depth: 3mm
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 150cm
Spacing: 150cm
Sun requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil requirements: Well draining soil
Time to sprout: 28-365 days at 18 - 22°C
When to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
Common name: Australian Grass Tree
Scientific name: Xanthorrhoea preissii
The Australian Grass Tree is a unique, sculptural native plant known for its tall, blackened trunk and long, spiky leaves that form an elegant, grass-like crown, this slow-growing plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Planting information
Sowing method: Raise seedlings - it's best to raise seedlings before transplanting them to the garden.
Sowing depth: 3mm
Life cycle: Perennial
Plant height: 150cm
Spacing: 150cm
Sun requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil requirements: Well draining soil
Time to sprout: 28-365 days at 18 - 22°C
When to sow based on climate
| Cool | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Temperate |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Sub-Tropical |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Tropical | Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
| Arid |
Spring, summer, autumn, winter |
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Smoke Treatment
This is when smoked vermiculite is added to improve germination rates and times. This is readily available online. To use, simply sprinkle recommended amount on the surface of the potting mix after sowing seeds.
While it's not essential to use a smoke treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
This Australian native variety can take much longer to sprout than the time provided. Some Australian natives with lay dormant until perfect conditions and this variety is one of them. Please be patient.
Smoke Treatment
This is when smoked vermiculite is added to improve germination rates and times. This is readily available online. To use, simply sprinkle recommended amount on the surface of the potting mix after sowing seeds.
While it's not essential to use a smoke treatment, Australian natives can be tricky to germinate and it will help.
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
FREE Standard Parcel Shipping on all orders over $60.
Orders under $25 can use our Priority Letter Shipping option - this option does not come with a tracking number.
How much does shipping cost?
- Priority Letter Shipping: $3.70
- Standard Parcel Shipping: $8.90
- Express Parcel Shipping: $12.95
What are the shipping times?
- Priority Letter Shipping: 3-10 business days once shipped
- Standard Parcel Shipping: 2-7 business days once shipped
- Express Parcel Shipping: 1-4 business days once shipped
How long will my order take to be shipped?
We aim to ship orders within 1-3 business days.
Unfortunately we are unable to ship to WA and TAS at this time.
