There are few ornamental grasses that look as impressive and decorative as the non-toxic pampas grass. Whether you plant it individually in the garden as an eye-catcher or whether you plant several perennials as a privacy screen - pampas grass is one of the most popular garden plants due to its height and delicate flower fronds.
How tall does pampas grass get?
Pampas grass can reach an impressive height of 2.50 to 3 meters in one season. However, the long, pointed leaves remain shorter at around one meter. For optimal growth, pampas grass should be watered, fertilized and cut back in spring.
How tall does pampas grass get?
The height of pampas grass is impressive. The inflorescences of normal varieties, which are often found in gardens, reach a height of 2.50 to 3 meters in one season. The long, pointed leaves remain significantly shorter at around one meter. Of course there are also lower varieties, but they can be wonderfully combined with the tall varieties.
In order for the pampas grass to grow so tall, it needs some care:
- water when dry
- fertilize regularly
- cut back in spring
The long stalks remain on the plant over the winter because they provide good protection against moisture. They are tied together at the top with a ribbon and therefore look very decorative even in winter - especially if they are covered in hoarfrost or a Covered with snow.
Plant pampas grass as a privacy screen
Pampas grass is cut back in spring, but growth is very rapid, so that the final height is reached after a few weeks. However, the flowering period usually only begins in late summer or autumn.
If you want the pampas grass to form a privacy screen for the terrace or balcony, plant several perennials about one meter apart. You are welcome to combine several varieties and plant yellow, white or pink pampas grass next to each other.
Pampas grass in the pot stays lower
Pampas grass can be easily grown in a large container. Here, however, the fronds do not reach the same height as in the open field. This is because the roots don't have as much space as in the garden bed.
Varieties that don't grow quite as tall are better suited for cultivation in pots anyway.
Tip
Due to the height of the inflorescences, pampas grass should only be planted in a wind-protected location. Strong gusts of wind simply bend the stalks and the ornamental grass no longer looks as good.