Pampas Grass Fertilizer

Use a complete fertilizer for pampas grass.

Pampas grass can be used as a focal point in the garden or as a perennial border. Once established, it requires very little care other than annual pruning and fertilizer.

Type

Fertilize pampas grass in early spring with a complete fertilizer. Use one cup of 8-8-8 or 10-10-10 fertilizer per square foot of clumped grass, or 1 to 2 pounds per 100 square feet.

Pruning

Prune pampas grass in late winter. Broadcast the complete fertilizer over the soil after pruning to encourage new growth.

Soil Test

When the foliage of the plant is removed, there is a significant loss of calcium and magnesium in the soil. Test the soil periodically for deficiencies and follow the test recommendations for soil amendments.

Lawn and Grass Fertilizer

Lawn fertilizers applied in close proximity to pampas grass will usually provide enough nutrients for the plant to grow and bloom.

References

• The University of Georgia: Pampas Grass
• NC State University: Ornamental Grasses for North Carolina
• Ohio State University: Ornamental Grasses