How Do You Cut Pampas Grass With Trimming Tools?
Pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana) is a large, ornamental grass grown in landscapes throughout the southern half of the U.S. It grows to 10 feet tall and wide and produces showy white or pink plumes borne on upright stalks in late summer. Gardeners grow it as a border or specimen plant or to create a privacy barrier. The leaves of Pampas grass plant have sharp edges that can cut human skin, so do not plant it near patios or walkways. When exposed to freezing temperatures, Pampas grass turns brown and unattractive. Prune it back in the winter to expose new growth in the spring. Wait until the foliage of the Pampas grass plant is completely brown from exposure to freezing temperatures before pruning. Also, choose a day when the weather is dry following a period of dry weather. Pruning dry leaves is easier than pruning damp foliage. A day in early winter is the best time to prune Pampas grass, because the brown leaves have not had a chance to get soft and mildew. Wear a long-sleeved shirt
