Cortaderia selloana aka Pampas Grass
Taxonomy
Cortaderia selloana, also known as pampas grass, is a tall and rugged perennial plant that is native to southern South America, including the Pampas region. It belongs to the Poaceae family and is highly versatile, making it an excellent choice as privacy screens or for adding texture to a garden. This plant is tolerant of a wide range of soils, coastal and sandy conditions, highly salt tolerant, drought tolerant, and resistant to deer grazing. Cortaderia selloana plants have large and fluffy stalks of graceful plumes or flowers that come in various shades of white, cream, and pink in the late summer. These plumes can be cut for adding to dried floral arrangements, or simply left in place for added winter landscape interest. Overall, Cortaderia selloana is a beautiful and practical ornamental grass that can enhance any garden or landscape.
Common names
Pampas Grass, Uruguayan Pampas Grass, PampasHow to care for Pampas Grass
Difficulty
With a bit of knowledge and dedication, you can successfully care for Pampas Grass, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking a moderate challenge.
Water
Pampas Grass should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Pampas Grass loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Lighting
Pampas Grass requires abundant, bright, and direct light to thrive. The best placement for this plant is within one foot of a window to ensure it receives enough light. If you live in an area with more extreme weather, such as hot summers or cold winters, you may need to adjust the placement of the plant accordingly. During hot summer months, it is important to place the plant away from full sun, as this can cause the leaves to yellow or burn. During cold winter months, it is best to move the plant closer to the window to take advantage of the extra light that can help it survive. By keeping an eye on the current weather in your area, you can make sure your Uruguayan Pampas Grass is always in the right place to thrive.
Toxicity
Pampas Grass is not known to cause harm to humans or pets.
Growth-pattern
Clumping is a defining characteristic of the Pampas Grass, with new growth appearing from the soil surrounding the primary plant.
Region of origin
Pampas Grass’s native range is S. America - temperate areas. Sometimes persists in Britain as a garden throw-out[17].
More info:
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