{"product_id":"pampas-grass-cortaderia-selloana-rose-plume","title":"Pampas grass | Cortaderia selloana 'Rose Plume'","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ePampas Grass 'Rose Plume' – Sculptural, Romantic, Statement Grass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCortaderia selloana 'Rose Plume' is pampas grass with a blush. The feathery plumes emerge with a warm, rosy-pink flush before softening to creamy white as the season progresses — all carried on tall, graceful arching stems above dense mounds of narrow, silver-green foliage. It is one of the most dramatic ornamental grasses available for a UK garden, and in the right setting it is breathtaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Personality \u0026amp; Aesthetic Appeal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plumes of 'Rose Plume' are the main event — enormous, silky-soft feathery heads that catch every breeze and glow warmly in low autumn sunlight. The initial rosy-pink colouring as they emerge gives way to a soft, warm cream as they mature, adding movement and texture to the garden from late summer onwards. The foliage itself forms a substantial, arching mound of long, narrow, silver-green blades — attractive in its own right as a structural element even when not in plume. As a specimen plant, a garden focal point, or a large container centrepiece, 'Rose Plume' is genuinely impressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit \u0026amp; Size Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePampas grass is an architectural, clump-forming grass that grows to 1.5 to 2 m in height when in plume at full maturity, with the foliage mound reaching 1 to 1.5 m wide. Supplied at 20 cm in a 9 cm pot, this is a young plant that will establish and grow steadily, beginning to produce plumes from its second or third year. It suits large borders, island beds, specimen planting, and large containers on a sunny patio where space allows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight \u0026amp; Location Needs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun is essential for the best plume production. Position in the most open, sunny spot available. Pampas grass is wind-tolerant and actually benefits from an open position where air movement prevents the centre of the clump from rotting. Avoid very shaded positions or north-facing sites. Well-drained soil and a sheltered-but-sunny aspect is the ideal combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level \u0026amp; Maintenance Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePampas grass requires some attention to keep it at its best, but it is well worth it. Cut back the old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges — wearing thick gloves, as the leaf margins are very sharp. The feathery plumes can be cut for dried flower arrangements, where they last beautifully for months indoors. Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and water young plants regularly while establishing. Once mature it is remarkably tough and drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ePampas Grass 'Rose Plume': Soft Drama in the Garden\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew plants create the same kind of atmospheric, cinematic quality as pampas grass in late summer. Those silky pink-tipped plumes catching the golden afternoon light, swaying in the breeze above that dense silver-green base — it is exactly the kind of planting moment that makes a garden feel like somewhere special. 'Rose Plume' adds a romantic, textural layer to large garden spaces that no other plant quite replicates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy You'll Love Pampas Grass 'Rose Plume'\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRose-Pink Plumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The warm, blush-tipped plumes make this more romantic than standard white pampas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear-Round Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e The dense foliage mound provides strong form even without plumes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut Flower Gold:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry the plumes and use indoors as a statement dried arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought Tolerant Once Established:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remarkably tough once it settles in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Garden Focal Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect as a standalone specimen or back-of-border statement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eMake a Statement This Season\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCortaderia 'Rose Plume' is a long-term investment in your garden's wow factor. Give it a sunny, open spot, be patient for the first couple of years, and it will reward you with years of spectacular plumes and architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"accordion\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at dispatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 cm in height, and comes in a 9 cm pot\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, toxic to pets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bloombox Club","offers":[{"title":"20 cm | 9 cm Pot","offer_id":56491766972802,"sku":"MM-MEC-1463","price":2.32,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0626\/3537\/6880\/files\/MM-MEC-1463.jpg?v=1774302123","url":"https:\/\/bloomboxclub.ie\/products\/pampas-grass-cortaderia-selloana-rose-plume","provider":"Bloombox Club Ireland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}