Product description
A great plant for autumn impact. One of the biggest grasses all the way from Australia. Very large and impressive plumes are produced in Autumn and last into Winter. Can be used as part of floral arrangements. The leaves of this graceful plant form a graceful arching effect that makes them ideal for use as specimen plant in a lawn border or container. Please note: Our young plants are cut back in late summer as the flower spikes on young plants are to difficult to transport.This plant can be used in a mixed planting or as a stand alone specimen in the garden or can easily be grown in a pot or other container in a greenhouse or large conservatory. If in a pot it can stay outside over winter but ensure the compost has grit added and is free draining.
It must never freeze more than around the edges. Use a good quality John Innes compost as this plant will be there a long time and peaty types of compost eventually degrade become too packed and choke the roots. Ensure you feed regularly as a hungry plant is a poor performer. We recommend Osmoscote pro 11-12 month applied in the early spring. One application gives all the nutrients the plant requires for the whole year. John Innes is a soils based compost
Not eaten by animals Can be used as cutflowers Delivered as pot plant Pot size 9 cm Delivery height including pot 40 cm Blooming Period September - December Flower Colour pink Leaf Colour Green Full Grown in 2 Years Full grown height 1. 50 - 2 m Full grown width 1 - 1.50 m Plant in a sunny location Plant Depth 12 cm Plant Spacing 60 cm Grows in any soil
Pampas Grass
Cortaderia selloana 'Alba'
Cortaderia selloana 'Alba'
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Product description
A great plant for autumn impact. One of the biggest grasses all the way from Australia. Very large and impressive plumes are produced in Autumn and last into Winter. Can be used as part of floral arrangements. The leaves of this graceful plant form a graceful arching effect that makes them ideal for use as specimen plant in a lawn border or container. Please note: Our young plants are cut back in late summer as the flower spikes on young plants are to difficult to transport.This plant can be used in a mixed planting or as a stand alone specimen in the garden or can easily be grown in a pot or other container in a greenhouse or large conservatory. If in a pot it can stay outside over winter but ensure the compost has grit added and is free draining.
It must never freeze more than around the edges. Use a good quality John Innes compost as this plant will be there a long time and peaty types of compost eventually degrade become too packed and choke the roots. Ensure you feed regularly as a hungry plant is a poor performer. We recommend Osmoscote pro 11-12 month applied in the early spring. One application gives all the nutrients the plant requires for the whole year. John Innes is a soils based compost
Not eaten by animals Can be used as cutflowers Delivered as pot plant Pot size 9 cm Delivery height including pot 40 cm Blooming Period September - December Flower Colour pink Leaf Colour Green Full Grown in 2 Years Full grown height 1. 50 - 2 m Full grown width 1 - 1.50 m Plant in a sunny location Plant Depth 12 cm Plant Spacing 60 cm Grows in any soil
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Cut back pampas grass in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth and maintain a tidy appearance. Wear gloves when handling, as the leaves can be sharp.
How to Water
Water pampas grass regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. Water deeply during dry spells, but avoid overwatering, as they prefer well-drained soil.
How to Plant
Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the root ball. Place the plant, backfill with soil, and water well. Space plants 150-180cm apart to allow room for growth. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
