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Cortaderia sell. 'Ice Cool' / 3L
Cortaderia selloana 'Ice Cool'
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Striking feathery white plumes from August to October
- Dense, arching evergreen green foliage
- Architectural clumping habit
- Exceptional winter interest
- Tolerant of drought, wind and coastal conditions
- Ideal for architectural borders and specimen planting
Overview
Cortaderia selloana 'Ice Cool' is a magnificent evergreen ornamental grass that brings striking architectural form and dramatic height to the garden. Forming a dense, arching clump of green foliage, it produces spectacular, feathery white and cream plumes from late summer through autumn. These magnificent flower heads catch the light beautifully and remain on the plant well into the winter months, providing wonderful seasonal interest when much of the garden has faded. Reaching a mature height of approximately 200 cm, 'Ice Cool' works wonderfully as a dramatic focal point or a natural screen in spacious garden settings.
Why We Love It
- Provides dramatic architectural height and year-round structural presence in the garden.
- Produces magnificent feathery plumes that last from late summer into autumn.
- Offers exceptional winter interest with persistent evergreen foliage and dried flower heads.
- Thrives in exposed and coastal locations thanks to its robust wind and salt tolerance.
- Low maintenance and drought tolerant once established.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Cortaderia selloana 'Ice Cool' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Evergreen perennial grass |
| Foliage | Evergreen green foliage with an arching, clumping habit |
| Flower Colour | White, cream and multicolour plumes |
| Flowering Season | August to October |
| Position | Full sun |
| Soil | Sand, loam, chalk or clay with free-draining or well-drained drainage |
| Mature Height | 200 cm |
| Mature Spread | 120 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (hardy to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Positioning | Plant in a full-sun position with south-facing or west-facing aspect. It adapts well to exposed, sheltered and coastal locations. |
|---|---|
| Soil Requirements | Grow in free-draining or well-drained soil of any pH type, ranging from sand and loam to chalk and clay. |
| Watering | Water regularly while establishing. Once established, it has low water needs and exhibits good drought tolerance. |
| Pruning and Care | Cut back old foliage and spent stems in February or march before new spring growth emerges. Wear sturdy gloves and protective clothing when pruning, as the leaf edges can be sharp. |
Perfect For
- Back of large borders
- Focal points and specimen planting
- Natural screening
- Coastal gardens and exposed sites
- Cut and dried flower arrangements
Good to Know
- Features sharp leaf margins, so care should be taken when handling and positioning near paths.
- Provides valuable bird shelter during the colder winter months.
- Retains strong structural interest throughout all four seasons.
Product Information
| Product Title | Cortaderia sell. 'Ice Cool' / 3L |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Cortaderia selloana 'Ice Cool' |
| Supplied Format | 3L pot |
| Category | Outdoor Perennial |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- ornamental-grass
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
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