{"product_id":"erianthus-ravennae-hardy-pampas-grass-1","title":"Erianthus ravennae (Hardy Pampas Grass)","description":"\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eErianthus ravennae\u003c\/em\u003e (Hardy Pampas Grass)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHardy Pampas Grass is a spectacular ornamental grass prized for its towering size, graceful foliage, and showy, silky plumes. Long, narrow green leaves form a substantial upright clump, creating a bold architectural presence in the landscape. As temperatures cool in fall, the foliage develops beautiful bronze-red tones, extending its seasonal interest well beyond summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn early fall, enormous flower stalks rise above the foliage and produce soft, silvery-white to purplish-bronze plumes. These feathery blooms persist into winter, providing beautiful movement and texture even after much of the garden has gone dormant. Its impressive size makes Erianthus ravennae especially useful as a specimen plant, dramatic backdrop, seasonal screen, or windbreak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 feet; flower stalks may rise taller\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, Clumping\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, developing bronze-red fall color\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Towering foliage and flower stalks create an incredible architectural statement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilky Fall Plumes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, feathery plumes add beautiful texture from early fall into winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful Fall Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green foliage develops warm bronze-red tones as temperatures cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Screening Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in groups to create a tall seasonal screen or windbreak.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough \u0026amp; Adaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat tolerant, waterwise once established, deer resistant, and tolerant of urban conditions and road salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhether planted alone as a dramatic focal point or grouped together for an impressive living screen, \u003cstrong\u003eHardy Pampas Grass\u003c\/strong\u003e brings tremendous height, movement, and four-season texture to the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eHardy Pampas Grass Basic Care: Easy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water when the top \u003cstrong\u003e2 inches of soil are dry\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly during the first growing season. Once established, Hardy Pampas Grass is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering during prolonged hot, dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e for the strongest growth, best flowering, and sturdy upright stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\/Drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to a variety of soils but performs best in well-draining soil. Avoid locations that remain consistently soggy, particularly during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\/Hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in approximately \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 5–9\u003c\/strong\u003e and well suited to areas with hot summers and cold winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally requires little supplemental fertilizer. Apply compost or a light application of balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring if additional nutrients are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave the dried foliage and plumes standing through winter for seasonal interest. Cut the entire clump back to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6–12 inches above the ground in late winter or early spring\u003c\/strong\u003e before fresh growth begins. Wear gloves and long sleeves when pruning, as the leaf edges can be sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give \u003cstrong\u003eHardy Pampas Grass\u003c\/strong\u003e plenty of room to reach its mature size. It works especially well as a large specimen, backdrop, screen, or windbreak. You can also cut the tall, silky flower plumes and use them in fresh or dried arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Magic Valley Gardens","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Growers Pot","offer_id":48628942930138,"sku":"PRN.1#HrdyPmps","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0019\/3246\/0132\/files\/2019-2__91419.webp?v=1789745129","url":"https:\/\/www.magicvalleygardens.com\/products\/erianthus-ravennae-hardy-pampas-grass-1","provider":"Magic Valley Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}