Cutting Back Ornamental Grasses

Question

My pampas grass plants are old and at least 10-12 feet tall, but more straggly than some I have seen. Should I cut them down this year? Is it advisable to cut them at all?

Answer 1

Yes, they should be cut almost to the ground every winter. Here is how:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/pampas-grass/growing-pampas-grass.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/pampas-grass/pruning-pampas-grass.htm