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Compact Pampas Grass

Cortaderia selloana ‘Tiny Pampa’ is the first true dwarf pampas grass, offering all the drama of classic pampas in a compact, manageable form. Reaching just 60cm (24") in height and spread, this perennial grass is ideal for smaller gardens, patios, or as a striking feature in contemporary planting schemes.

• Botanical Details: Belonging to the Poaceae family, ‘Tiny Pampa’ is a compact cultivar of the iconic pampas grass, renowned for its slender, arching green foliage and abundant silvery-white plumes.
• Flowering: Expect elegant, feathery flower heads from late summer through autumn, even on young plants.
• Growth Habit: Dense clumping form provides year-round interest and movement, softening hard landscaping or borders.

Planting & Growing Guide

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK (USDA Zones 7-10).
• Soil Preference: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soils; tolerates neutral to slightly acidic pH.
• Sun Requirements: Thrives in full sun; tolerates light shade but flowers best in bright locations.
• Watering: Water regularly after planting; once established, ‘Tiny Pampa’ is drought tolerant.

Care & Maintenance

• Remove spent plumes and old foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
• Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in spring for best results.
• Minimal pruning required; simply tidy up dead leaves as needed.

Design Ideas & Companion Plants

• Perfect for patio pots, balcony gardens, and narrow borders.
• Combine with lavender, sedum, or ornamental alliums for a modern, textured display.
• Use as a soft backdrop for summer perennials or to add structure to gravel gardens.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  Plant in spring or autumn when soil is moist and temperatures are mild.
• How fast does ‘Tiny Pampa’ grow?
  It establishes quickly and can reach full size (60cm) within 1-2 growing seasons.
• Does it need protection in winter?
  ‘Tiny Pampa’ is fully hardy in the UK and does not require winter protection.