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CORTADERIA selloana 'Sunningdale Silver'

Commonly known as Pampas grass, Tussock grass

Tall growing silvery foliage, large white flower
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Narrowly linear, arching, mid-green leaves to 2.5m (8ft) long.
  • White
  • Height
    3m (10ft)
  • Spread
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Ornamental grasses
    Densely tufted, clump-forming perennial grass. Produces plumes on erect stems 2.5-3m (8-10ft) long.
  • 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

CORTADERIA selloana 'Sunningdale Silver'

 
  • Additional Features
    Architectural interest
    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
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for the back of a large border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Silver
  • Leaf margin
    Denticulate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Linear
    (see photos above)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Summer
    Winter
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bird friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Cortaderia - Growing Guide
3m (10ft)
Ornamental Grass - guide for size not form Average Person
  2.5m (8ft)
 

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