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Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata'
Also Known As
- Spartina pectinata 'Aureo-Marginata'
- Prairie Cord Grass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like, aquatic
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata' plant details
Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata' is a deciduous perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and standing water - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata'
- Plant type: perennial aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: tan blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: standing water - occasional
- Resistant to: erosion, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
One of the best grasses for rhizomatously holding soil near fresh/salt water (not for the small garden!), this 3-6' grass is also pretty with graceful ribbon-like, yellow-striped leaves ; green-w-purple-anther flowers for cutting.
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata' plant
How to Grow Spartina pectinata 'Aureomarginata'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- standing water - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- erosion control
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- tan
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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aka Prairie Cordgrass
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass / Grass Like, Aquatic
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 20"-30"
Width: 20"-30"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- standing water
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