| Botanical Name: | Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila' |
| Description: | Pampas Grass 'Pumila' is a compact variety of the classic ornamental grass, prized for its graceful arching green foliage and large, creamy white plumes that rise above the plant in late summer through fall. More manageable in size than traditional pampas grass, 'Pumila' adds year-round texture, movement, and architectural interest to the landscape. It makes an excellent focal point, privacy screen, accent planting, or addition to naturalized areas and performs exceptionally well in the heat and humidity of the Houston area. |
| Exposure: |
Full Sun |
| Height x Width: |
5–7 ft. tall x 4–6 ft. wide |
| Water: |
Low to Moderate; water regularly during establishment, then drought tolerant once established. |
| Zones: |
7–10 |
| Fertilization: |
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy new growth. |
| Pruning: |
Cut foliage back to 12–18 inches in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Wear protective gloves, as the leaf blades are sharp. |
| Deer Resistance: |
High |
| Botanical Name: | Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila' |
| Description: | Pampas Grass 'Pumila' is a compact variety of the classic ornamental grass, prized for its graceful arching green foliage and large, creamy white plumes that rise above the plant in late summer through fall. More manageable in size than traditional pampas grass, 'Pumila' adds year-round texture, movement, and architectural interest to the landscape. It makes an excellent focal point, privacy screen, accent planting, or addition to naturalized areas and performs exceptionally well in the heat and humidity of the Houston area. |
| Exposure: |
Full Sun |
| Height x Width: |
5–7 ft. tall x 4–6 ft. wide |
| Water: |
Low to Moderate; water regularly during establishment, then drought tolerant once established. |
| Zones: |
7–10 |
| Fertilization: |
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage healthy new growth. |
| Pruning: |
Cut foliage back to 12–18 inches in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Wear protective gloves, as the leaf blades are sharp. |
| Deer Resistance: |
High |