Kangaroo Grass - Themeda triandra (Karawun) seeds

Themeda triandra (Kangaroo Grass)
A widespread and iconic member of the grass family (Poaceae) in Australia, prized for its ornamental appeal and cultural significance.

Quick Facts

• Height: Up to 1 meter
• Flowering and Fruiting: October to March
• Flower Appearance: Purple/green heads turning glossy brown with black corkscrew-shaped awns
• Soil: Adaptable to sandy and clay soils
• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
• Water Needs: Minimal once established
• Distribution: Australia-wide, found in grasslands and woodlands

Why Grow Themeda triandra?
Kangaroo Grass adds unique color, texture, and movement to any garden, whether formal or naturalistic. Its ornamental purple and green flower heads that mature to a glossy brown provide year-round visual interest. It is a versatile, low-maintenance addition to rockeries, native habitat gardens, or formal landscapes.

Bush Food Note

• Edible Seeds:
  • The seeds were traditionally harvested, ground into flour, and mixed with water to make damper.
• Cultural Use:
  • Seeds were collected in wooden bowls, and grinding stones were used to prepare flour.

Other Uses

• Crafting: Leaves can be used as string for net-making.

How to Grow

• Sowing Instructions:

  • Seed Depth: Plant seeds 15 mm deep.
  • Timing: Sow in spring or as conditions allow.

• Planting and Care:

  • Prefers full sun to part shade.
  • Thrives in sandy to clay soils with good drainage.
  • Requires minimal watering once established.

• Low Maintenance: Kangaroo Grass is highly resilient and not prone to significant pests or diseases.

Uses in Your Garden

• Ornamental: Ideal for rockeries or as a textural and colorful addition to habitat and formal gardens.
• Habitat Plant: Provides shelter and food for native fauna.
• Sustainable Choice: Perfect for low-water gardens and erosion control.

Germination Tips

• Depth: Plant seeds 15 mm deep.
• Timing: Germinates within a few weeks without any special treatment.

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Introduce the beauty and heritage of Kangaroo Grass to your garden. This hardy and versatile grass is a perfect addition for those seeking a unique and meaningful connection to Australia's natural landscapes.