Cordataria sellona (Pampas Grass)


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusCordataria
Speciessellona
CategoryAnnuals, Perennials
OriginNative to southern South America.
Pronunciation

Details

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Height3 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJuly, August, September

Description and Growing Information

HabitatVery adaptable and can be grown in a wide range of environments and climates.
Leaf DescriptionThe leaves are evergreen with a long and slender shape that measures at 1–2 m long and 1 cm broad, making very sharp edges and must be handled with caution. The leaves are either a bluish-green or silvery grey colour.
Flower DescriptionThe flowers grow in a dense white cluster 20–40 cm long on a 2–3 m tall stem.

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