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CORTADERIA richardii
Commonly known as Toetoe, Tussock grass
Densely tufted New Zealand species with creamy-white plumes which last well into winter
Further Reading....
CORTADERIA richardii
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Evergreen
Narrowly linear, leathery, pale olive-green leaves to 1.2m (4ft) long -
Cream -
Height
1.2m (4ft) with stems to 2.5m (9ft). -
Spread
1.8m (6ft) -
Ornamental grasses
Densely tufted, clump-forming perennial. Arching stems to 2.5m (8ft) or more. -
Hardy - cold winter Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun -
Additional Features
Architectural interest -
Good to know
CAUTION - named 'Cutty grass' because of the very sharp leaf edges -
Pests & Diseases
none. -
Place of origin
New Zealand. -
Flower Shape
Panicles - shaggy, pyramidal panicles 60cm (24in) long -
Hardiness
Fully hardy -
Leaf margin
Denticulate see photos above -
Leaf shape
Linear see photos above -
Seasonal Interest
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Winter
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil -
Wildlife
Rabbit Resistant
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Cortaderia - Growing Guide
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1.2m (4ft) with stems to 2.5m (9ft).
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1.8m (6ft) |
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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