Pampas Grass
March 2012
My pampas grass is still green. Usually, I cut it down to a mound about 4 or 5 inches
high. Should I do the same this year even though it is not brown and dead looking.
You aren’t alone. Our mild winter has most pampas grass staying at least half green.
However, to make way for the new growth, I would still cut back the old. Pull back
the old growth to see how tall the new growth is, and cut above that. You don’t have
100% green, but it is much greener than normal.
February 2010
How and when do you prune Pampas grass--or do you?
Yes you do. Pampas grass, along with all ornamental grasses should be cut back before
new growth begins. Pampas grass can be tough to cut. Some folks use a chain saw, (reversing
the blade direction seems to make it easier), while others use hedge trimmers. You
won’t be able to cut it flush with the ground, but taking off the majority of the
old foliage will give you a healthier and cleaner plant. Do it every year in late
February to early March.
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