Trimming Pampas Grass the Easy Way

Cotaderia selloana, commonly known as pampas grass, is a tall grass native to South America and was introduced to North America, Europe and Australia as an ornamental grass. Pampas grass grows in dense tussocks that can reach a height of 9.8 feet. Each plant is able to produce over one million seeds during its lifetime! The long slender leaves are green most of the year, but they go dormant during the winter. We leave our pampas grass alone in it’s dormant state because it is lovely all year. In the spring we cut it down so that it can start all over. Isn’t that what spring is all about?

If you want to trim pampas grass the easy way you only need three things!

1. Tape (duct, strapping, etc.)

2. A chainsaw

3. A rake

Use the tape to wrap the bundle of pampas grass as tightly as you can. If need be you can wrap smaller sections of the same plant. Use the top side of the chainsaw so that it doesn't become clogged and cut the grass 6 to 8 inches from the base. With the clumps taped they will remain together for easy cleanup. Rake up the few stragglers and the job is complete! Enjoy!