About
An evergreen grass with narrow, arching, shiny foliage and silvery plumes, similar to pampas grass, produced in late spring to early summer and again autumn.
About the genus
A genus of ornamental grasses, likely native to South America, with tussocks of large, silvery foliage
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeGrass Like
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in a sunny position
PruningTidy up plants in late autumn or early spring
PropagationPropagate by division
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free