Description
Cortaderia selloana ‘White Feather’ is a dramatic, architectural grass renowned for its tall, elegant plumes and strong year‑round presence. As a white‑flowered form of Pampas Grass, it delivers a clean, luminous aesthetic that stands out in modern landscapes, coastal gardens and large borders. Its resilience, drought tolerance and suitability for low‑input, peat‑free production make it a valuable commercial cultivar.
Key Features:
Propagation method: Seeds.
Substrate: Jiffy propagation Mix.
Plug Size: 4.5cm.
Production system: Grown without artificial light or heating for hardened plants.
Height: 1.8–2.5 m in flower.
Spread: 1.2–2 m, forming bold, fountain‑shaped clumps.
Flower Colour: Silky white plumes, ageing to soft cream.
Foliage: Evergreen, arching, narrow leaves with sharp edges.
Flowering Period: Late summer through autumn.
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK regions (H5–H6).
Tolerates drought, wind and coastal exposure.
Growth Habit & Ecology:
‘White Feather’ forms a commanding clump of evergreen foliage, sending up tall stems topped with large, feathery plumes. These plumes catch the light beautifully, creating a shimmering effect that lasts well into winter. Although not native, it contributes structure and shelter to wildlife gardens and offers valuable habitat for insects and small animals.
Because it thrives in dry, sunny conditions, it is well suited to climate‑resilient planting, gravel gardens, prairie schemes and large contemporary landscapes.
Plant Care:
Plant in full sun for the strongest plumes.
Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
Cut back old plumes in late winter.
Wear gloves when handling due to sharp leaf margins.
Mulch lightly in spring to support new growth.
Provide generous spacing to allow full architectural form.
Pollinator Value:
Wind‑pollinated, but plumes provide shelter for insects.
Dense bases offer refuge for ground‑dwelling species.
Sensory Value:
Iconic feathery white plumes create movement and soft sound.
Highly tactile and visually striking.
Excellent for sensory gardens, school gardens and therapeutic landscapes.
Ecological Value:
Provides winter structure and wildlife shelter.
Supports micro‑fauna within its dense clump.
Suitable for drought‑resilient and coastal ecosystems.
Commercial Notes:
‘White Feather’ is ideal for:
Retail lines focused on statement grasses.
Drought‑tolerant and climate‑resilient ranges.
Cut‑flower and dried‑flower markets.
Peat‑free, low‑input production (no heat or artificial light required).
Landscape projects needing height, movement and long‑season interest.
CORTADERIA selloana White Feather are supplied as strong, well-rooted, hardy plug plants ready for potting into pots up-to 2lt formats.
