This popular grass is nearly impossible to kill, but plant it with caution because it might be invasive in your area.

Pampas grass is a wonderful ornamental grass whose lush panicles offer a restful break from the green of a typical yard. Knowing when to plant pampas grass can make all the difference between a ...

Thinking about planting pampas grass? Be sure you have enough space. Pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana) grows to impressive size, as high as 10 feet and equally as wide. But what a beautiful plant it ...

Q: I have a large mound of pampas grass that was probably 15 to 20 feet high, but the center has been dying out. I want to take it out to divide and replant it. Should I do this in winter or wait ...

Ornamental grasses are dramatic plantings, providing depth, texture and color to your landscape. And they're pretty easy to grow, have few pest and disease problems, and are an excellent choice for ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pampas grass has a fluffy, feathery appearance, and the stems might be bright white, sandy brown or even ...

Q: I've noticed a few local churches and commercial landscapes with very tall (7- to 10-foot at least) pampas-looking grass with very strong stems and large plumes in full sun. Can you tell me the ...

When I was a kid, grass meant a lawn, and grass-care meant dragging the lawn mower out every other week. In today’s gardens, ornamental grasses are becoming increasingly popular for their deer ...

Online: For more information about invasive plants, go to the California Invasive Plant Council Web site at cal-ipc.org Encinitas resident Kurt Schroeder knows it will take some work to get rid of the ...