Cortaderia selloana 'Pampas Grass Pink'

200 Seeds

Pink Pampas Grass is a spectacular ornamental perennial grass known for its large, feathery pink flower plumes and graceful arching foliage. It is widely used as a landscape focal point, privacy screen, windbreak, and ornamental accent, and its plumes are highly valued for fresh and dried floral arrangements. In the Gulf region, it grows well when established during the cooler months and is extremely heat and drought tolerant once mature.

Caution: The leaves have sharp edges. Wear gloves when handling or pruning.

Best Planting Time

• October to January (recommended)
• Sow during the cool season for strong root establishment.
• Avoid sowing during peak summer heat.

Seed Preparation

• No soaking is required.
• Refrigerate seeds for 2–4 weeks (optional) to improve germination.
• Use fresh, high-quality seeds.

Soil Preparation

Pink Pampas Grass prefers light, well-drained soil.

Recommended mix:

• 50% Sandy garden soil
• 20% Compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite or coarse sand

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.0–7.5

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or shallow pots.
• Scatter seeds on the soil surface.
• Press gently into the soil without burying deeply, or cover with 1–2 mm of fine vermiculite.
• Keep the growing medium lightly moist until germination.
• Transplant seedlings when they reach 10–15 cm tall.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 20–25°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 20–38°C
• Requires full sun (6–8+ hours daily).
• Excellent heat tolerance once established.

Watering

• Keep the soil lightly moist during germination.
• After establishment, water deeply when the top 5–7 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Mature plants are highly drought tolerant.
• Avoid standing water around the roots.

Germination Time

• 14–28 days

Plant Spacing

• 150–200 cm between plants.
• 200–250 cm between rows.

Flowering

• Plants usually produce plumes in their second growing season.
• Flower plumes appear from late summer through autumn under suitable conditions.
• Cut plumes for dried arrangements before they fully mature.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages leafy growth instead of flower plumes.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow in full sun.
• Water early in the morning.
• Ensure excellent drainage.
• Avoid planting in low areas where water accumulates.
• Prune old foliage in late winter before new growth begins.
• Monitor for crown rot in poorly drained soil and occasional spider mites.
• Pink Pampas Grass is ideal for large gardens, entrances, landscapes, privacy screens, coastal gardens, and dried flower production throughout the Gulf.