Overview
Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' is a grass in the genus Cortaderia, part of the Q43238 family. It typically grows around 3.0 m tall. Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' 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 'Rendatleri' is a tall ornamental grass reaching about 3.0 metres with a pronounced upright habit. It produces its flower heads from August to October. Place it where it can receive full sun and room to reach its height. It suits a range of soils provided they are well drained or moist but well drained.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Cortaderia selloana
About the genus
Cortaderia is a genus of plants in the Poaceae or grass family of plants.
Wikipedia contributors, "Cortaderia", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Cortaderia
In the garden
Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' is a large grass species originating from southern South America. It forms a prominent clump that ultimately reaches around 3.0 m and produces its flowering display from August to October. Use its scale where height is an asset rather than a limitation. Give the plant a sunny location; it performs in full sun and will take a wide range of soils — sandy, loamy or clay — so long as they are well drained or at least moist but well drained. It is rated H5 for UK hardiness, meaning it is hardy across most of the UK; the USDA hardiness range is 7–11 for those referencing US zones. Allow generous spacing so individual plants can develop without congestion. In British gardens it works as a tall specimen or informal screen at the rear of a border, beside a lawn edge, or where a vertical element is required. Because of its size, avoid planting close to narrow paths or low structures and position it where the flowering period — August to October — can be appreciated against a backdrop of lower planting.
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 'Rendatleri' 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 'Rendatleri'?
Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' prefers full sun.
What soil does Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' need?
Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' 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 'Rendatleri' grow?
Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' reaches a height of 3.0 m.
Is Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' hardy in the UK?
Cortaderia selloana 'Rendatleri' 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 'Aureo-lineata'Pampas Grass 'Aureo-lineata'
- Cortaderia selloana 'Kermesina'Pampas Grass 'Kermesina'
- Cortaderia selloana 'Monstrosa'pampas grass 'Monstrosa'