Prairie Cord Grass. An arching grass with ribbon-like green leaves with marginal yellow stripes, turning a good yellow in autumn. Greenish purple flowers. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers August to October. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Spartina pectinata ‘Aureomarginata’
An arching grass with ribbon-like green leaves with marginal yellow stripes, turning a good yellow in autumn. Greenish purple flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Spartina |
|---|---|
| Species | pectinata |
| Varietry | 'Aureomarginata' |
| Common Name | Prairie Cord Grass |
| Flower Colour | green, purple |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 90cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Arching |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, yellow |
| Flowers From | August, October |
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| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Bog garden |
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