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CORTADERIA
Commonly known as Pampas grass, Tussock grass
AUG-NOV
Well-known plumes in silver, gold or rose-pink rising from dense tussocks of rough or sharp narrowly linear leaves.
CAUTION - sharp-edged leaves.
Genus of 25 species of evergreen or semi-evergreen, perennial grasses from grassland, often near water, in New Zealand, New Guinea and South America.
Further Reading....
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EvergreenNarrowly linear, arching, glaucous, mid-green leaves to 2.5m (8ft) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red) -
Height2.5m (8ft) -
Spread2.5m (8ft)
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Ornamental grassesDensely-tufted, clump forming perennial producing ornamental spikelets
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Tall Shrub
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interest
Good to knowCAUTION - sharp leaf edges.
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originTemperate South America. -
Flower ShapePaniclesPyramidal or oblong panicles 45-90cm (18-36in) long
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Denticulate(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Linear
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Wildlife
Bird friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Cortaderia - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of CORTADERIA
CORTADERIA richardii
Toetoe, Tussock grass
densely tufted New Zealand species with creamy-white plumes which last well into winter
CORTADERIA selloana
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
Gift-wrapping available
individually £14.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each
CORTADERIA selloana 'Pumila'
Pampas grass, Tussock grass
dwarfer form
Gift-wrapping available
£15.50 each
CORTADERIA selloana 'Sunningdale Silver'
Pampas grass, Tussock grass
tall growing silvery foliage, large white flower
Gift-wrapping available
£16.50 each
CORTADERIA selloana 'Rosea'
Pampas grass, Tussock grass
pronounced pink flowers
Gift-wrapping available
£16.50 each
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)
3 options from £3.00
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
