Cortaderia richardii - Plumed Tussock Grass

*Not currently grown by Pepindale Nursery

Description: Medium green evergreen foliage which is topped by spectacular pendulous plumes carried high above the foliage. The flowers are white with an attractive brassy tint and appear midsummer.

Planting/Use: Magnificent specimen in the border with a long season of interest.

General Care: Cut out spent flower stalks when no longer attractive. May trim back foliage early spring. Best with regular moisture in well drained soil.

Exposure: Full sun.

Height/Spread: 3m x 2.4m (10 x 8ft) in flower

Hardiness Zone: 7