USDA: 7a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H3 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
Height
2.4 - 4.5 m (8 - 15 ft)
Spread
2.4 - 4 m (8 - 12 ft)
Light
full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture
very low to low, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
Cortaderia selloana 'Rosea' (rose pampas grass) bears showy and light pink blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This ornamental grass is arching in form and has medium green and greyish green foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured and evergreen. The fruit produced by Cortaderia selloana 'Rosea' (rose pampas grass) is showy. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning ornamental grass which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Dried flowers, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Cortaderia selloana 'Rosea' tolerates compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Cortaderia selloana 'Rosea' (rose pampas grass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Cortaderia selloana 'Rosea' (rose pampas grass) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
