Cortaderia ‘Rosea’ – Pink-Flowering Pampas Grass
Cortaderia ‘Rosea’ is a striking ornamental grass admired for its elegant, arching green foliage and large, feathery plumes in soft blush-pink tones. Flowering from late summer into autumn, the tall plumes rise proudly above the foliage, adding movement, height, and drama to the garden. As the season progresses, the plumes mature to silvery pink, remaining attractive well into winter.
Bold, architectural, and low-maintenance, Cortaderia ‘Rosea’ is ideal for creating strong focal points, screening, or adding texture to large borders and contemporary landscapes.
Why Grow Cortaderia ‘Rosea’?
Pink Feathery Plumes – Produces large, airy flower heads in soft pink shades from late summer to autumn.
Architectural Impact – Tall, upright plumes and arching foliage create a dramatic garden feature.
Long Season of Interest – Plumes remain attractive through autumn and winter.
Excellent for Screening – Dense growth provides privacy and wind protection.
Low Maintenance – Hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and easy to grow.
Height and Spread
Typically grows to 2–3m (6.5–10ft) in height with a spread of 1.5–2m (5–6.5ft), including flower plumes.
Where to Site Your Cortaderia ‘Rosea’
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Large Borders: Adds height and movement
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Specimen Planting: Creates a strong focal point
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Contemporary Gardens: Ideal for modern designs
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Coastal Gardens: Tolerates wind and salt air
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Screening: Useful for privacy or windbreaks
How to Grow and Care
Soil – Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates poor soils but dislikes waterlogging.
Light – Full sun for best flowering and strong growth.
Watering – Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
Maintenance
Pruning – Cut back hard in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Mulching – Mulch around the base to protect roots and improve soil condition.
Pests & Diseases – Generally trouble-free.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Architectural Plants: Yucca, Phormium, Cordyline
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Grasses: Miscanthus or Stipa for texture contrast
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Perennials: Echinacea or Rudbeckia for seasonal colour
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Shrubs: Lavender or Santolina for a Mediterranean look
Conclusion
Cortaderia ‘Rosea’ is a bold, architectural pampas grass offering soft pink plumes, dramatic height, and long-lasting interest. Ideal for large gardens and modern landscapes, it provides structure, movement, and impact with minimal maintenance.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
