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CORTADERIA selloana 'Sunningdale Silver'
Commonly known as Pampas grass, Tussock grass
Tall growing silvery foliage, large white flower
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Evergreen - arching, mid-green leaves to 2.5m (8ft) long.
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White -
Height - 3m (10ft) -
Spread - 2.5m (8ft)
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Ornamental grasses - densely tufted, clump-forming perennial grass. Produces plumes on erect stems 2.5-3m (8-10ft) long.
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Tall Shrub
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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) -
Full sun -
Additional Features - Architectural interest -
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Good to know - CAUTION - sharp leaf edges. Dense, weather-resistant plumes. Allow ample space for development. -
Place of origin - garden origin -
Flower Shape - Panicles - - pyramidal or oblong panicles 45-90cm (18-36in) long
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Leaf Colour (if not green) - Silver -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil -
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Wildlife - Bird friendly - -
Rabbit Resistant
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Cortaderia - Growing Guide
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3m (10ft)
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