Cortaderia richardii - Plumed Tussock Grass
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