Cortaderia selloana Silver Feather ('Notcort') (v)
pampas grass [Silver Feather]
Has variegated leaves with a cream stripe and arching habit, and dense upright plumes of silvery, weather-resistant flowers with cream and beige tones. A small, compact cultivar suitable for small gardens
Synonyms
Cortaderia selloana 'Notcort'Cortaderia selloana 'Silver Feather'
see moreCortaderia 'Silver Feather'
Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Cream Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Cream Grey Silver | Cream Green | ||
| Autumn | Cream Grey Silver | Cream Green | ||
| Winter | Cream Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Poaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Cortaderia are robust evergreen grasses forming large, compact tufts of narrowly linear, rough-edged leaves, with erect stems bearing dense silvery or pink-tinged flower panicles which are excellent for drying
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Easy to grow in most well-drained fertile soils in full sun. May need some winter protection in first season
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Prairie planting
- Architectural
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back old, flowered stems and dead foliage at the bases in late winter
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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