Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose

Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose — variety description

Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose (Cortaderia selloana) is a perennial flower of the Poaceae family. Cortaderia, also known as Pampas grass, is a tall ornamental grass.

Reaches a height of up to 3m and a width of up to 2m.

Flowers from August to November.

Pampas grass is an impressive ornamental grass with fluffy silvery plumes — a modern accent in the garden and in dried arrangements.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 88%
• Seeds per packet: 442–598 pcs (0.1 g)
• Seed origin: New Zealand
• Sowing: March; seedlings
• Flowering: August – November
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose

Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose seeds are sown in March. The plants flower in August – November. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose

• Sowing method: seedlings
• Depth: 0.2–0.5 cm
• Spacing: 30–40 cm
• Germination: 14–28 days at 15–20 °C
• Position: sunny spot

The seeds are sown in late March. They are sown in light, well-drained and rich soil. Cover with film and leave the seeds to germinate. Regular watering and a sunny spot are needed.

The seeds germinate in light and warmth. Plant in the sun.

Flowering and uses

The plumes are cut for drying in late summer.

Frequently asked questions

When should Pampas Grass Cortaderia Pampas Plume Rose be sown?

The recommended month for sowing is March. Sowing method: seedlings.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 442–598 seeds, pack size 0.1 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 88%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.