ornamental grasses - A Selection

An ornamental prairie grass with arching burgundy flowering spikes

Miscanthus sinensis 'Volcano' produces arching, slender leafed foliage year after year. Grow as a deciduous perennial, mixed within ornamental grass borders or as a specimen plant. Late summer sees red-brown blooms bursting above the foliage, adding texture and movement as they sway in the breeze. Upright growth habit that brings height to the back of borders, as well as structure and intrigue. Miscanthus sinensis 'Volcano' grows neat and compact, making it suitable for most gardens, big or

For unusual silver hues in beds and borders in late summer, look no further than Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberspinne'. Tall stems, that are ideal for cutting and adding to an indoor floral display, will produce long, feathery panicles of flowers that start off with a bronze tint, then fade to a silvery finish by autumn. Following a long, hot summer, the flower stems will be even more numerous than usual on this hardy perennial grass, giving a more impressive display when other plants may have

Non-invasive rush for shallow water or boggy ground, with flat, blade-like, fresh green foliage and clusters of arum-like flowers from May to July.

This deciduous grass is excellent for adding interest to your garden all year round. Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' provides graceful form and texture, variegated foliage, summer blooms and wonderful autumn colour that will persist deep into winter. Towering, rigid stems will rise from a dense mound, creating an eye-catching cascade of slender leaf blades, variegated green and white. The foliage will rustle in the breeze, catching the sunlight and providing movement in the garden. In early

Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila' is an award winning Pampas Grass which is very sturdy and long-lasting. This hardy perennial is a more compact version of its larger cousin, growing to around 1.2m (3.9'), making it a great choice for smaller gardens and requiring very little maintenance. 'Pumila' is a tufted evergreen which is great for filling gaps in borders and provides interest all year round but is certainly at its best in August when its silver feathery plumes emerge from the center.

A truly magnificent evergreen grass – admired for its grandeur of scale and spectacular lighting effects.Stipa gigantea forms dense clumps of tough, linear foliage. In summer, tall arching stems bear large panicles of airy, oat-like flowers that create a dazzling haze of shimmering gold when backlit by the sun. The effect is stunning and it’s worth carefully selecting a position where the plant will catch the light. The dried seedheads continue to provide interest and strong structure

A magnificent grass for a large garden

Transform your garden with the striking beauty of Cortaderia selloana 'White', commonly known as Pampas Grass. This hardy perennial requires minimal care while delivering maximum impact. With its tall, sturdy stalks adorned by feathery white plumes, this plant adds drama and elegance to any landscape. The tufted evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, culminating in a breathtaking display of silvery plumes in August.Pampas Grass is the go-to choice for filling gaps in borders or adding

This award winning Zebra Grass boasts eye-catching blade-like foliage, each one decorated with cream, horizontal stripes. In autumn, lengthy flower plumes appear above the foliage, remaining well into winter. Miscanthus sinensis ?Zebrinus? is simple to grow and will make a wonderful focal point in a sunny spot in your garden. Height: 150cm (59?). Spread: 90cm (35?).

A really useful plant to fill a gap in your border. It has plumes of feathery flowers and a superb orange coloured stems in autumn.

Pampas grass is loved for its feathery plumes of silvery flowers in late summer. Reaching just 60cm (24) tall, Cortaderia selloana 'Tiny Pampa' is the most compact variety yet, making it perfect for small gardens, narrow borders and patio pots.

Feathery grass for sun or shade

Pampas Grass is a tough, long-lasting garden plant that will almost take care of itself. Cortaderia selloana 'White' has beautiful plumes of feathery, white seed heads on sturdy stalks that rise above the extremely tough foliage. Pampas Grass's tufted evergreen plants are ideal for filling gaps in a border, and 'Pumila' is also suitable for small gardens. Plants provide year-round interest in the garden, but are at their best in August, when silvery plumes emerge from the very center of the

A large, evergreen grass with coppery leaves

Cortaderia selloana 'White' is a pretty Pampas Grass offering tall dramatic plumes and year-round interest in the garden. Pampas Grass is a super tough, long-lasting garden plant, which almost looks after itself. Cortaderia selloana 'White' produces stunning plumes of feathery, white seed heads held on sturdy stalks, rising above the extremely tough foliage. These tufted evergreen plants are perfect for filling a gap in a border and look their best in August, when the silvery plumes appear from