Cortaderia selloana 'Junior'

Cortaderia selloana 'Junior'

3L nursery pot

Plant Highlights: Compact pampas grass • Silvery-white flower plumes • Evergreen arching foliage • Excellent architectural feature • Ideal for smaller gardens

Overview

Cortaderia selloana 'Junior' is a compact selection of Pampas Grass that offers all the architectural beauty of traditional varieties in a more manageable size. Dense clumps of gracefully arching green foliage provide year-round structure, while elegant silvery-white flower plumes rise above the leaves from late summer into autumn, creating a striking focal point.

Its naturally compact habit makes 'Junior' particularly well suited to smaller gardens, mixed borders and large containers where full-sized pampas grass would be too vigorous. The dramatic flower heads also make excellent additions to fresh or dried floral arrangements.

Why We Love It

• Compact habit is ideal for modern gardens and smaller spaces.
• Spectacular silvery-white flower plumes provide late-season interest.
• Evergreen foliage offers year-round structure and movement.
• Excellent architectural feature for borders and containers.
• Easy to grow once established.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Plant in a sunny, open position where it receives plenty of direct sunlight. It performs best in warm locations with good air circulation and ample space around the clump.

Watering

Water regularly during the first growing season while establishing. Once established, plants are relatively drought tolerant and generally only require watering during prolonged dry spells.

Soil

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Avoid prolonged winter waterlogging, particularly on heavy soils, as good drainage is essential for healthy growth.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Hardy throughout most of Ireland. Leave the foliage and flower plumes in place over winter to help protect the crown, then cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring before fresh growth begins. Container-grown plants benefit from ensuring the compost drains freely during winter.

Routine Care

Wear gloves when handling the foliage, as the leaf edges can be sharp. Remove old leaves and cut back faded flower stems in late winter or early spring to keep the plant looking its best.

Perfect For

• Sunny mixed borders.
• Contemporary garden designs.
• Large patio containers.
• Architectural planting.
• Coastal and gravel gardens.

Good to Know

Although more compact than traditional Pampas Grass, 'Junior' still benefits from sufficient space to develop its graceful shape. The flower plumes can be left standing through winter for additional seasonal interest and may also be cut for dried flower arrangements.

Product Information

• Botanical name: Cortaderia selloana 'Junior'
• Supplied in a 3L nursery pot.
• Compact evergreen ornamental grass.
• Pot size refers to the plant at the time of sale and not its eventual mature size.