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Leaves are long and narrow which are very sharp. Use gloves when handling.
Flowers in plumes of erect silvery panicles.
Flowers of female plants are more elaborate with their silky delicate plumes.
These are exceptionaly good plants for larger gardens, especially when used as a focal point.
Essential info
Genus: Cortaderia
Family: Poaceae/Bambusoidaea
Species: C. selloana
Common Names: Pampas grass.
Classification: Perennial.
Height: 1.5m (5foot).
Flowering: End of summer and through autumn.
Where to plant info
Cortaderia are a must for larger gardens where they will enhance most plantings.
Where: This tall, stately grass should be planted as a specimen plant for everyone to see!
Site: Grow them in full sun, they thrive in it!.
Pampas grass will benefit from a sheltered position away from strong, cold winds..
Soil: Any rich and free draining soil.
Propagation info
By seed in spring.
Best germination temperature: 72 deg F.
Time from sowing to germination: 2 - 14 days.
By division in early spring.
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