Pampas Grass. Densely tufted, clump-forming perennial grass with arching mid-green leaves, and tall stems of silky, silvery yellow plumes. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers August to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Cortaderia selloana ‘Pumila’
Densely tufted, clump-forming perennial grass with arching mid-green leaves, and tall stems of silky, silvery yellow plumes.
Additional information
| Generic | Cortaderia |
|---|---|
| Species | selloana |
| Varietry | 'Pumila' |
| Common Name | Pampas Grass |
| Flower Colour | silver, yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | August, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Cut back in spring |
| Border | Border, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
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