Large pampas grass refers to varieties that grow to be over 1.5 meters to 3 meters high. These varieties include Rosea, Rosa Feder, Sunningdale Silver, Silver Comet and Citaro.
What varieties are large pampas grass?
Tall pampas grass refers to varieties that grow 1.5 to 3 meters tall, such as Rosea, Rosa Feder, Sunningdale Silver, Silver Comet and Citaro. They require lots of sunlight, regular watering and are generally easy to care for.
Pampas grass variety overview: Large, Huge, XXL
Pampas grass is considered the tallest ornamental grass that can grow in our latitudes. Withup to 2.5 m it outshines miscanthus and pennisetum. And best of all: Pampas grass is very easy to care for. Even the largest varieties can handle regular watering and plenty of passive sunlight. So that you can keep track of XXL pampas grass, we have carefully prepared an overview of the most popular varieties.
Natural pampas grass
Natural pampas grass refers to the varieties with a white-yellow flower color. They are similar to the original plant Cortaderia selloana from the steppes of South America. Typically these varieties are also over 1.5 m tall. Further characteristics such as height, leaf color and flowering time can be found in the table.
In the right location, pampas grass reaches a height of up to 3 meters.
| Name | Growth height | Flower color | Flowering time | Leaf Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Comet | 1 – 1.5 m | white | August to November | grey-green, edged with white |
| Sunningdale Silver | 0, 9 – 2, 5 m | silver white | September to November | teal |
| Aureolineata | 0, 9 – 2, 5 m | silver white | September to October | goldgreen |
| Citaro | 2 – 2.5 m | whiteyellow | August to November | green |
Silver Comet
The foliage of the pampas grass 'Silver Comet' is also two-tone, although the gray-green stalks are edged in white instead of gold stripes. The flower stalks, which form white panicles, grow between1, 2 and 1.5 m tall. What is striking is how delicately the ear sways in the wind from August to November. As a clump-forming plant, it can be combined very well with other herbs and flowers. Here you can get the winter-hardy pampas grass 'Silver Comet' from Bohlken Baumschulen for 16.95 euros.
Sunningdale Silver
The absolute classic among the large pampas grass varieties is 'Sunningdale Silver'. Very impressive inflorescences and the strong growth of up to2, 5 m make this specimen special. When the plant develops its feathers in September, it is a real eye-catcher. But the dark blue-green foliage also adds an airy accent to the garden thanks to its compact growth. You will find a cheap offer here for 6.95 euros per seedling from the NewGarden nursery.
Aureolineata
The pampas grass 'Aureolineata' is still relatively unknown in local gardens. Translated, the variety means “golden striped” and thus refers to the foliage. As the name suggests, the stalks are streaked with gold. But it's not just the foliage that makes 'Aureolineata' unique, as the silvery white flowers also fit perfectly in the vase when dried. You can get the almost2, 5 m high ornamental grass here at the Horstmann tree nursery.
Citaro
The pampas grass variety 'Citaro' is not only the averagetallest plantin our imagination, it also has thewidest growth width of 1, 2 m. A nest alone is enough to skilfully conceal unsightly corners in the garden. The soil just has to be permeable, because the ornamental grass doesn't like waterlogging at all. Flowering begins in August, but remains quite small compared to the other varieties. You can find a 'Citaro' seedling for 29.60 euros here at the Horstmann tree nursery.
Colored pampas grass
Colorful pampas grass is a step more exotic than the natural-looking pampas grass. The ears appear with a slightly pinkish touch. Since they also grow very tall, they don't have to hide from the XXL varieties. The two most beautiful and common plants are called 'Rosea' and 'Rosa Feder'.
| Name | Growth height | Flower color | Flowering time | Leaf Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pink Feather | 1 – 1.5 m | light pink | September to November | greygreen |
| Rosea | 1, 3 – 1, 8 m | pink | September to October | green |
Pink Feather
The flowers of the 1.5 meter high 'Rosa Feder' shine more intensely than those of the 'Rosea' pampas grass. In winter, the pink color of the decorative fronds turns into a warm brown. Plant the pampas grass in late spring when there is no threat of frost. For the vase cut, the stalk should be cut just above the clump and dried for a long time. The Horstmann tree nursery offers the 'Rosa Feder' for 7.60 euros.
Rosea
The pampas grass 'Rosea' enchants with its pink fronds in its own right. The best location for the feminine ornamental grass is centrally in the garden so that the flowers can attract enough attention from September onwards. The 1.8 meter high variety 'Rosea' likes it dry, sunny and nutrient-rich - good drainage or a sloping location ensures the desired water permeability. To overwinter the stalks are simply tied together. Here you can get the Cortaderia 'Rosea' for 8.99 euros from Garten Schlüter.
How big does pampas grass get?
To ensure that pampas grass does not overgrow, you should choose the right size right from the start.
Dwarf or mini pampas grass: The smallest varieties remain under 1 meter. If you want to plant pampas grass in a container, this size is right for you. 'Tiny Pampa' is one of the dwarfs with only 80 cm. 'Mini Pampas' is also suitable for the bucket and the balcony.
Normal pampas grass: Medium-tall pampas grass grows between 0.8 and 1.5 meters high. Since the ornamental grass is cut back in late spring, it can also be said that these varieties grow faster. Typical representatives are 'Pumila' and 'Evita', each with compact growth and white to light yellow flowers.
Tall pampas grass: Anything over 1.5 meters tall falls into the last category. They help explain why pampas grass is considered invasive in some places around the world. Up to 2.5 m of growth per year is hard to beat. 'Sunningdale Silver' and 'Rosea' are probably the most popular varieties in the XXL category.
How much does pampas grass cost?
To estimate the price of pampas grass, consider the container size. The larger the container, the larger the root ball and the plant itself usually are. The variety also plays a role in price development. Rare pampas grass, which may only be offered by an online shop, is usually higher priced. Common names like 'Sunningdale Silver' can usually be found for under 10 euros. Last but not least, quality is also an important aspect.
The affordable providers include the NewGarden tree nursery, the Horstmann tree nursery and Garten Schlüter. Here you can get container goods with pots that are larger than 1.5 L. The price here is often less than 10 euros. Specialist retailers such as “Palmenmann” are often more expensive for smaller pots, but they also offer rare varieties. 'Mini Silver' costs e.g. B. 26.90 euros, but it arrives almost full-grown (50 cm high).
Buy full-grown pampas grass
Usually it isnot possibleto purchase full-grown pampas grass. Because the ornamental grass is cut back in winter. Exceptions form small varieties such as 'Mini Silver' and 'Pumila', which are sold "full-grown" as they do not grow much larger. Therefore, when purchasing, pay attention to the container size, which provides an indication of the plant size. However, the prices are very high for sizes over 10 liters because the grass is already a few years old.
Pflanzmich.de offers the pampas grass “Evita” in a large 15 liter container for €129.99. You can get the “Golden Comet” pampas grass from Plantmich.de in a 20 liter container for €159.99. The small pampas grass “Pumila” can be purchased in the almost fully grown stage of 1 m high in a 7.5 liter container at Plantmich.de for €29.99.
FAQ
How expensive is pampas grass?
The price of pampas grass varies greatly. What matters is the variety, the quality and most importantly the container size in which the plant is sold. The larger the pot, the older the grass and the more time the roots have had to develop.
How big does pampas grass get?
Pampas grass can grow up to 2.5 m high. In some exceptional cases, heights of over 3 m are reached.
Which pampas grass is colored and tall?
The varieties 'Rosea' and 'Rosa Feder' produce pink flowers and grow to a height of between 120 and 180 cm. Some gardeners also report specimens that grow to over 200 cm tall.
Which is the largest pampas grass?
Many varieties of pampas grass grow up to 250 cm high. These include varieties such as 'Citaro', 'Sunningdale Silver' and 'Aureolineata'.
How fast does pampas grass grow?
Pampas grass grows very quickly. Since it has to be completely cut back in late spring, the ornamental grass grows between 100 and 250 cm in one season.
