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CORTADERIA selloana 'Sunningdale Silver'
Commonly known as Pampas grass, Tussock grass

Tall growing silvery foliage, large white flower
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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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
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EvergreenNarrowly linear, arching, mid-green leaves to 2.5m (8ft) long.
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White
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PaniclesPyramidal or oblong panicles 45-90cm (18-36in) long
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BorderSuitable for the back of a large border
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Fully hardy
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Silver
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Denticulate
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Linear
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Height
3m (10ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft) -
Ornamental grassesDensely 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) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Bird friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size3m (10ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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Cortaderia - Growing Guide