Provides a very sculptural element with its dark upright stems which contrasts beautifully with the pale tones and fine arching foliage of Poa labillardierei tussocks which like similar conditions. The seed-heads are long-lasting features throughout the year while the emergence of the pale stigmas against the dark flowerheads provide a suprisingly elegant, subtle seasonal event.
Be careful of planting this in areas where you may be inclined to crouch or bend over as the stems are ideally arranged to poke the eyes.