Pampas Grass
Pampas Grass (Cortaderia selloana) — A dramatic ornamental grass producing towering silvery-white plumes in late summer and fall, creating a bold focal point in large landscapes.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Cortaderia selloana
- Mature Size: 6–10 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Bloom Color: Silvery-white plumes (late summer through winter)
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen — blue-green, sharp-edged blades
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Water Needs: Low — very drought tolerant once established
- Soil: Adaptable; tolerates poor, sandy, and clay soils
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 7–11
Why Choose Pampas Grass?
- Bold, architectural statement plant
- Dramatic plumes last from fall through winter
- Deer resistant and virtually maintenance-free
- Excellent for privacy screening and windbreaks
Care Tips
Plant in full sun with room to reach full size. Cut back to 1–2 feet in late winter before new growth (wear gloves — leaf edges are sharp). Do not plant near walkways due to sharp foliage. Plumes make excellent dried arrangements.
Description
Pampas Grass (Cortaderia selloana) — A dramatic ornamental grass producing towering silvery-white plumes in late summer and fall, creating a bold focal point in large landscapes.
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Cortaderia selloana
- Mature Size: 6–10 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Bloom Color: Silvery-white plumes (late summer through winter)
- Foliage: Semi-evergreen — blue-green, sharp-edged blades
Growing Conditions
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Water Needs: Low — very drought tolerant once established
- Soil: Adaptable; tolerates poor, sandy, and clay soils
- Hardiness Zones: USDA 7–11
Why Choose Pampas Grass?
- Bold, architectural statement plant
- Dramatic plumes last from fall through winter
- Deer resistant and virtually maintenance-free
- Excellent for privacy screening and windbreaks
Care Tips
Plant in full sun with room to reach full size. Cut back to 1–2 feet in late winter before new growth (wear gloves — leaf edges are sharp). Do not plant near walkways due to sharp foliage. Plumes make excellent dried arrangements.
