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CORTADERIA selloana 'Gold Band'
Commonly known as Pampas grass, Tussock grass
(AM form) yellow variegated leaves
Further Reading....
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Evergreen - narrowly linear, arching leaves, 2m (6½ft) or more long, age to dark golden-yellow.
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White
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Height - 2.2m (7ft)
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Spread - 1.5m (5ft)
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Ornamental grasses - densely tufted, clump forming perennial
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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)
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Full sun
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Additional Features - Architectural interest -
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Good to know - syn. 'Aureolineata'. CAUTION - sharp leaf edges.
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Pests & Diseases - none
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Place of origin - temperate South America
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Flower Shape - Panicles - - pyramidal or oblong panicles 45-90cm (18-36in) long
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Garden Location/Conditions - Coastal / windswept -
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Leaf Colour (if not green) - Gold variegated -
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Leaf margin - Denticulate - see photos above
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Leaf shape - Linear - see photos above
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
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Wildlife - Bird friendly -
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Rabbit Resistant
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Cortaderia - Growing Guide
2.2m (7ft)
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