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Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana) - plume grass - 11 cm Pot - Height 25 cm

Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana) - plume grass - 11 cm Pot - Height 25 cm

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Diamètre : 11 cm · Hauteur : 15–25 cm
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Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila': the architectural grass that tames space

With its silky plumes and dense, compact habit, dwarf pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila') stands out as the essential ornamental grass for structuring a border, terrace, or the back of a flowerbed. Less invasive than the typical species, it offers the same wild elegance in a controlled size, ideal for contemporary gardens as well as natural spaces.

  • Flowering: Cream feathery spikes with golden highlights, from late summer through autumn, spectacular and long-lasting on the stem.
  • Foliage: Evergreen, ribbon-like, glaucous green when young, slightly arching, forming a compact and architectural clump all year round.
  • Exposure: Full sun is essential for abundant flowering and vigorous growth.
  • Hardiness: Hardy, withstands cold winters down to around -15°C, remains in place all year round when planted in the ground.
  • Use: Perfect at the back of a border, as a specimen for a graphic effect, by the edge of a pond, or as a light plant screen on a terrace.
  • Packaging: Depending on the batch chosen, 11 cm pot, height 15-25 cm, ready to plant upon delivery.

Produced directly by our partner growers, this dwarf pampas grass establishes itself in the garden with guaranteed success and will offer you years of natural beauty and movement in your green spaces.

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Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana) - plume grass - 11 cm Pot - Height 25 cm

Propriétés des plantes

Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana)

Exposition
Sun
Eau
Moderate
Difficulté de culture
Easy
Toxicité animaux
Non-toxic
Rusticité
Down to -12°C
Hauteur à maturité
150 cm
Sol
Well-drained, fertile, deep
Rempotage
Divide in spring (gloves: sharp leaves)
Fertilisation
Useless in the ground; in pots, liquid fertilizer
Distance de plantation
About 80 cm
Plante à protéger du gel
No
Type de climat
Soft
Nom latin
Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila'
Noms communs
Dwarf pampas grass, Pampas grass
Famille botanique
Poaceae
Origine
Southern Brazil to southern South America
Port
Tuft
Forme du feuillage
Linear
Couleur du feuillage
Dark green
Couleur de floraison
Cream white
Mois de floraison
August to October
Feuillage
Semi-persistent
Parfumé
No
Mellifère
No
Usage
Isolated, solid, screen, pot
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana) - plume grass - 11 cm Pot - Height 25 cm

Is dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' really hardy and can it survive the winter in the ground in France?

Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila' is a hardy grass that withstands negative temperatures down to around -15 °C, making it perfectly suited to French winters in the vast majority of regions. It remains in the ground all year round without requiring any special protection, except in areas with very cold and very wet winters combined, where mulching at the base in autumn is sufficient to protect the base. Its leaves persist and the plumes remain in place throughout the winter, ensuring decorative interest even during the cold months.

What is the mature size of 'Pumila' dwarf pampas grass, and how much space should be allowed for it in the garden?

Dwarf pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila') is a compact version of the species: its clump of foliage reaches about 80 cm to 1 m high in normal conditions, while its feathery flower stems can rise up to 1.5 m at full maturity. It therefore remains much more contained than classic pampas grass, which can exceed 2.5 m. To allow it to develop without constraint, provide a space of at least 80 cm to 1 m in diameter around the base. This controlled size makes it an ideal grass for small and medium-sized gardens, spacious terraces, or structured back-of-border plantings.

How and when should dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' be cut back?

Dwarf pampas grass is ideally pruned in late winter, between February and March, before the spring growing season begins. Cut old leaves and withered stems close to the ground or to a height of 20–30 cm to allow new shoots to emerge. Caution: the leaves of Cortaderia selloana have very sharp edges; be sure to wear thick gloves and long sleeves. Avoid pruning in autumn or early winter: untrimmed clumps naturally protect the heart of the plant from frost and excessive moisture.

In what types of soil and gardens can dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' be planted?

Dwarf pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila') adapts to a wide variety of soils, provided they are well-drained. It tolerates light, sandy, alkaline or even poor soils without any problems. On the other hand, it does not tolerate heavy, clay soils that are waterlogged in winter, which promote collar rot. If your soil is compact, incorporate coarse sand or gravel at the bottom of the planting hole to improve drainage.

What maintenance is required for dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' throughout the seasons?

Dwarf pampas grass is one of the least demanding grasses in the garden. In spring, the old leaves are cut back annually before new growth begins. From summer through autumn, the plant grows independently and only requires occasional watering during prolonged dry spells once well established. In summer, a light application of a balanced slow-release fertiliser can encourage even more abundant flowering, but this is entirely optional. In winter, no care is needed: Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila' looks after itself.

Which plants should be paired with dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' for a beautiful flower bed?

D'warf dwarf pampas grass c'ombines beautifully with o'ther grasses of varying heights to create a natural and dynamic meadow garden. In a mass planting, it pairs very well with miscanthus, pennisetum or blue fescue to play with textures and heights. As for shrubs, the cream plumes of the grasses pair beautifully with lavender, botanical roses, perovskia or agapanthus for compositions in warm and natural tones.

Is dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' invasive like classic pampas grass?

This is a legitimate and important question: the large pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana species type) can indeed become invasive, especially in regions with mild winters. The 'Pumila' cultivar is much more manageable in this regard: its compact habit and more moderate growth make it far less likely to colonize the area. Furthermore, like most selected horticultural cultivars, 'Pumila' generally produces fewer fertile seeds than the wild species, which considerably limits its natural dispersal.

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The essentials about Dwarf Pampas Grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana) - plume grass - 11 cm Pot - Height 25 cm

Dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana): characteristics and benefits

Thedwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' (Cortaderia selloana) is one of the most spectacular evergreen grasses for the garden. Unlike the parent species, which can grow over 2.5 m tall, this compact cultivar forms a dense, architectural clump measuring around 80 cm to 1 m, topped with superb cream feathery plumes with golden highlights that rise up to 1.5 m by late summer. Its ribbon-like foliage, with its elegant glaucous green colour, provides a unique graphic texture to the garden all year round thanks to its evergreen nature.

Where to plant dwarf pampas grass? Exposure and hardiness

Dwarf pampas grass requires a full sun position, with at least 6 hours of sunlight a day: this is essential for abundant flowering and a balanced shape. It adapts to all well-drained soils, from sandy to alkaline, but does not tolerate heavy, waterlogged ground. Discover our selection of grasses and architectural plants in our collection of shrubs and ornamental plants for the garden to create rich, structured beds all year round.

How to care for dwarf pampas grass?

  • Soil: Well-drained, light to medium, even poor. Avoid damp clay soils in winter. Incorporate coarse sand if necessary.
  • Watering: Moderate watering during the first two seasons to encourage root establishment, then very little once established. In pots, avoid waterlogging.
  • Pruning: Prune once a year in late winter (February-March), close to the ground or to a height of 20-30 cm. Wear thick gloves, as the leaves are sharp.
  • Exposure: Full sun is essential. Any partial shade will significantly reduce flowering and the plant's natural shape.

Dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' in the garden: flowering, foliage and combinations

Dwarf pampas grass provides decorative interest for three seasons. In spring and summer, the clump of ribbon-like leaves forms a dense, graphic green cushion, adding structure and movement to the garden. From late August until November, the tall flower stems rise and display their cream to golden feathery plumes, which sway in the wind and beautifully catch the low autumn afternoon light. In winter, these dried plumes persist and continue to enliven the frost-covered garden with a highly ornamental, ghostly silhouette.

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Every dwarf pampas grass plant offered by Plant and Stories is grown directly by our partner growers and delivered to you in an 11 cm pot, measuring 15-25 cm tall, ready to be planted upon delivery. Buying directly from the grower guarantees fresh, vigorous plants selected for their quality. Choose dwarf pampas grass 'Pumila' and give your garden an architectural, natural presence that you will enjoy season after season: add it to your basket now.

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