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CORTADERIA selloana

Commonly known as Pampas grass, Tussock grass

(argentea) - tall growing, white flower spikes. This variety will grow virtually anywhere but is most vigorous in or beside a bog

Further Reading....

Cortaderia - Growing Guide

Available late spring to early summer 2021 - These plants will be available again sometime in late spring/early summer depending on growing conditions.

individually £12.50 each, 3+ £10.00 each

Available late spring to early summer 2021

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen - narrowly linear, arching, glaucous, mid-green leaves to 2.5m (8ft) long.
White
Height - 2.5m (8ft) with stems to 3m (10ft) or more.
Spread - 1.5m (5ft) or more.
Ornamental grasses - densely-tufted, clump-forming perennial. Spikelets on erect stems. Often pink- or purple-flushed.
Tall Shrub
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 - sharp leaf edges. Wildlife plant. Much loved by sparrows for nest lining.
Pests & Diseases - none.
Place of origin - temperate South America
Flower Shape - Panicles - - pyramidal or oblong panicles 45-90cm (18-36in) long
Hardiness - Fully hardy -
Leaf margin - Denticulate - see photos above
Leaf shape - Linear - see photos above
Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions - Tolerates all -
Wildlife - Bird friendly -
Rabbit Resistant