Pampas grass small ❊ 5 decorative varieties for balconies, terraces and beds

Varieties overview

pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana) is a popular ornamental plant from the grass family. It is found in more and more gardens and impresses with its tall growth of up to 2.5 meters. But it doesn't always have to be the largest plant: small varieties form just as beautiful flower fronds without taking up much space.

Perfect varieties for the small front garden or for the tub can be found in specialist shops or conveniently on the Internet. When buying, pay attention to the specified growth height no more than 1.5 meters should lie. You can choose the flower and leaf color as well as the frond shape according to your taste. To make your search easier, we have prepared an overview of the five most popular small varieties for you - including links to the respective online shops.

Varieties in comparison

Tiny pampa

'Tiny Pampa' lives up to its name. She is next to Evita the smallest Members of the pampas grass family. But she is in a hurry to flower and begins to form fine creamy-white fronds as early as July. The dwarf pampas grass even likes it on the balcony when enough sunlight hits the fine green leaves. Enjoy the summer with the light and airy ornamental grass 'Tiny Pampa' - you will find a corresponding offer for 17.95 euros here at Baldur Garden.

Evita

From August, the pampas grass 'Evita' flowers in a light yellow colour. The little green likes open spaces where it really comes into its own. And if it grows too wide after a few years, it simply can shared with a spade will. While one may remain standing, the other half is suitable as an ideal gift or for planting at any location. You will find pampas grass 'Evita' with its beautiful spikes here at Garten von Ehren for 9.95 euros.

Mini Silver

The pampas grass variety 'Mini Silver' is considered to be particularly easy to care for. The plant, which is up to 1 meter high, forgives one or the other mistake and inspires with a magnificent bloom in late summer and autumn. Their fronds enchant into November. And if you have grown fond of the plume bushes, then you can easily harvest the flowers and dry. As a decorative element, it beautifies your home. There is a suitable offer for 26.90 euros here at the palm man.

Pumila

The pampas grass variety 'Pumila', which can be up to 1.2 meters high, is one of the most sought-after grasses of all. Its large white panicles** are in no way inferior to those of its larger siblings. she blooms quite late in the year from September. 'Pumila' is at its best as a solitary plant when it is placed in a mobile tub or in a sunny corner of a stone bed. here takes you to the range of Horstmann tree nurseries.

compacta

Another popular variety is the pampas grass 'Compacta'. It grows very expansive and dense without spreading too much. That is why hobby gardeners prefer to plant the ornamental grass with the strong green foliage in stone beds and stone gardens. Hardly any other plant is able to cast such a contrast of lightness and heaviness, sun and shade as the 'Compacta'. You will find a compact roommate for your garden here at the Horstmann tree nursery for 20.10 euros.

Small pampas grass in the rock garden

Pampas grass feels very comfortable in a rocky environment – provided the roots can penetrate a nutrient-rich and at least 40 cm deep soil. The ornamental grass from South America is lime tolerant, which allows the use of travertine and dolomite. Rock gardens are often laid out on slopes and sloping terrain. Together with a lot of sun that is also the ideal location for pampas grass. Stones and pebbles should also ensure permeability or drainage.

To the planting so nothing stands in the way of small pampas grass in a stone bed. Varieties such as 'Compacta' already give nice contrasts as a solitary plant due to their growth, but can also get through combination be upgraded with other perennials and flowers. the sedum likes to stand next to the pampas grass and with its red flowers provides a striking splash of color in the bed. Lavender is also suitable as additional planting. It can also be planted well between two pampas grasses to fill the gap with the purple-blue, fragrant flowers.

Small pampas grass on the balcony

The small pampas grass is often used on the balcony privacy screen used. The dense growth and the beautiful fronds transform many an outlet into a private oasis of calm. But pampas grass is subject to some strict balcony laws due to its demands and growth.

balcony box

The first law concerns the popular balcony box. This is suitable for flowers and herbs, but not for the pampas grass. Even the smallest specimens simply have too little space in the ordinary ones window boxes.(€54.00 at Amazon*) If your balcony cannot hold a large bucket with a capacity of 40 liters in addition to a table and two chairs, then the location is unfortunately unsuitable for pampas grass.

The second law concerns the sharp-edged leaves of the plant. To avoid accidents, children and pets should not have unsupervised access to the pampas grass. With the lamp cleaner grass and the hare's tail grass, we provide you with two easy-care alternatives that feel comfortable in the balcony box and are rather cuddly soft.

Pennisetum grass. In contrast to pampas grass, the Asian ornamental plant has narrow leaves and very fine flowers. On average it grows Pennisetum grass between 30 and 60 cm. The delicate variety 'Little Bunny' is particularly suitable for the balcony. Make sure that excess water can drain out of the window box. Because backwater does not like the hardy plant.

Rabbit Tail Grass. The ornamental plant, also known as velvet grass, grows between 30 and 50 cm high. It has lanceolate leaves that are reminiscent of the color of the small pampas grass. Their fluffy flowers, in turn, look similar to a rabbit's tail. Care must be taken to ensure adequate drainage. The undemanding grass does not need fertilizer; but the cuddly plant is very happy about the sun.

bucket

small Pampas grass in a bucket forms such beautiful flowers as in the bed. The pot should hold at least 40 liters and be equipped with a generous drainage. A balcony box is not deep enough to permanently supply the plant with water. The roots do not have enough space to develop freely and quickly draw moisture from the substrate. The result is poor growth.

Use special soil for ornamental grass from specialist shops or nutrient-rich soil from the garden. The substrate should be loose and well drained rather than firm and loamy. If necessary, you can loosen the soil with sand. The bottom layer should expanded clay or gravel. To prevent stones from clogging the holes in the bottom of the pot, we recommend a permeable fleece between the drainage layer and the bottom.

FAQ

Pampas grass in the balcony box?

Pampas grass is not suitable for the balcony box. Even the smallest varieties do not find enough space in the narrow balcony box. If you want to keep pampas grass on the balcony, you have to choose a suitable pot with a capacity of at least 40 liters.

Which grasses for balcony boxes?

Lamp cleaner grass and hare's tail grass are suitable for the balcony box. They are about 30 to 60 cm high and form filigree flowers. Sufficient light and good drainage - that's all the undemanding grasses need.

Which pampas grass for the balcony?

Pampas grass sometimes grows very tall. Therefore, only small varieties under 1.5 m should be chosen, which also feel comfortable in the bucket. 'Tiny Pampa' and 'Evita' are suitable for the balcony, for example. Since pampas grass is very sharp, it should not be accessible to children.

Small pampas grass varieties?

The small pampas grass varieties include plants that reach a height of less than 1.5 meters. Popular representatives of this size are Pumila, Evita, Tiny Pampa, Compacta and Evita.

Where can you buy small pampas grass?

Small pampas grass is in high demand and can be purchased at the garden center as seed or as a seedling. A larger and usually cheaper offer can be found in the many specialized online shops.

What colors does small pampas grass come in?

The flower color of the small pampas grass ranges from white to yellowish-golden to creamy-white-silvery. The leaf color is often grey-green to blue-green, with the intensity varying depending on the variety.