STIPA calamagrostis
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STIPA calamagrostis
Commonly known as Rough feather grass
(syn. Achnatherum calamagrostis). Large, long-lasting panicles of pale green flower spikelets, ageing to purplish pale brown
individually £14.50 each , 3+ £13.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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DeciduousLinear, inrolled leaves to 30cm (12in) long
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PaniclesLax, feathery panicles to 80cm (32in) long
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BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Town garden
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Fully hardyBorderline
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BlueBlue-green
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Height
1m (39in) -
Spread
1.2m (4ft)
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Ornamental grassesDensely tufted perennial with mounds of arching stems
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)Borderline -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size1m (39in)
1.2m (4ft)
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