Overview
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' is a grass in the genus Cortaderia, part of the Q43238 family. It typically grows around 3.0 m tall. Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is native to Southern South America.
About
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' is a tall ornamental grass reaching about 3.0 m, notable for its late-summer flowering. It comes from southern South America. Place it in full sun in well-drained soils — it tolerates sandy, loamy and clay textures and soils that remain moist provided drainage is good. It is H5 hardy and flowers from August to October.
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About the genus
Cortaderia is a genus of plants in the Poaceae or grass family of plants.
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In the garden
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' is a large perennial grass from southern South America that reaches roughly 3.0 m. In the UK it reliably produces its flowering display in late summer and early autumn, with blooms occurring from August to October. Give this plant a sunny, open site; full sun suits it best. It will grow in a wide range of soils — sandy, loamy or clay — provided they are well-drained, and it tolerates soils that stay moist so long as water does not sit at the roots. The cultivar is listed as H5 (hardy), and its stated USDA range of zones 7–11 indicates it favours milder to temperate climates. Allow space for its height when siting it: individual plants are large and work where a tall specimen or tall mixed-screen is required. Positioning on the edge of a large border, alongside paths where the flower period can be appreciated, or as a tall backdrop will make the most of its stature. Expect flowering from August to October.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Cortaderia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass
- Height
- 3.0 m
- Native to
- Southern South America
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata'?
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' prefers full sun.
What soil does Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' need?
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How big does Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' grow?
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' reaches a height of 3.0 m.
Is Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' hardy in the UK?
Cortaderia selloana 'Aureo-lineata' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
More in the Cortaderia genus
- Cortaderia fulvidatoetoe
- Cortaderia richardiitoe toe
- Cortaderia selloanapampas grass
- Cortaderia selloana 'Albo-lineata'Pampas Grass 'Albo-lineata'
- Cortaderia selloana 'Andes Silver'pampas grass 'Andes Silver'
- Cortaderia selloana 'Kermesina'Pampas Grass 'Kermesina'
- Cortaderia selloana 'Monstrosa'pampas grass 'Monstrosa'
- Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila'pampas grass 'Pumila'