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How to Grow and Care for Pampas grass

Pampas grass, also known as Uruguayan Pampas Grass, Silver Pampas Grass, White Pampas Grass, Andean Pampas Grass, Argentinian Pampas Grass

Pampas grass is a robust ornamental grass that demands minimal maintenance, thus characterized by an easy care difficulty level. Key care points include full sun exposure to promote dense growth and occasional watering, as pampas grass is drought-tolerant once established. Special care should be taken when handling the sharp-edged leaves, and it's important to note pampas grass's invasive potential, requiring periodic division and containment measures.

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Watering schedule: Twice per week

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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Pampas grass

ToughnessHigh
Care LevelLow
Care DifficultyEasy
LifespanPerennial, Annual
Watering ScheduleTwice per week
Sunlight RequirementsFull sun
Soil TypeGarden Soil
Soil pH6-7.5
Planting TimeMid spring, Late spring, Early summer
Hardiness Zones
8-10

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Pampas grass presents as a robust, ornamental grass forming dense mounds approximately 6 to 10 feet (1.8 to 3 meters) in both height and width. Its leaves are distinctive, being elongated and whip-like, with very sharp edges that demand cautious handling. A particularly noteworthy feature is the striking inflorescence, which resembles a plume or cluster of silvery-white feathers, providing a feathery contrast to the stiff foliage. Unlike Miscanthus species, pampas grass's leaf midrib is not white, assisting in its identification.
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