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    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. COROKIA cotoneaster and STIPA arundinacea
© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. COROKIA cotoneaster and STIPA arundinacea
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    STIPA arundinacea

    Commonly known as Pheasant's tail grass

     AWARD
    (syn. Anemanthele lessoniana) - narrow arching dark green leaves bronzing in autumn and becoming streaked orange and red in winter
     
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    • Good to know
      Syn. Anemanthele lessoniana, Calamagrostis arundinacea, S. lessoniana
    • Pests & Diseases
      None
    • Place of origin
      New Zealand
    • Evergreen
      Flat or inrolled, leathery leaves to 30cm (12in) long
    • Border
      Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
    • Coastal / windswept
    • Cottage garden
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Town garden
    • Frost hardy (down to -5)
    • Height
      1m (39in)
    • Spread
      1.2m (4ft)
    • Ornamental grasses
      Loosely-tufted, rhizomatous perennial. Fountain-like, pendent, narrow panicles to 75cm (30in) long of feathery spikelets in summer followed by bead-like purplish-brown seeds in autumn.
    • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
      Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
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    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
    • Mature Size
      1m (39in)
      Ornamental Grass - guide for size not form Watering Can
        1.2m (4ft)
       
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden. 200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
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    £7.00
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    £15.50
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