- Pampas grass takes up a lot of space
- The right location
- How to maintain pampas grass on the balcony
- Overwinter pampas grass on the balcony
In principle, you can cultivate pampas grass in the bucket and place it on the balcony if it is big enough and can bear the weight of the bucket. If the balcony is also used by children and pets, it is better to do without the decorative ornamental grass.
Pampas grass creates a summery ambience on the balcony
Pampas grass takes up a lot of space
In the bucket, pampas grass does not grow quite as high as outdoors. The reason for this is the limitation of the pot, in which the eyrie of the pampas grass cannot spread so well.
Nevertheless, the grasses can also reach a remarkable 2.50 meters on the balcony.
Because of the sharp-edged leaves, caring for pampas grass is not recommended on a very narrow balcony or when children and pets are on it.
The right location
Pampas grass likes it sunny and warm. South-facing balconies are therefore particularly well suited to growing pampas grass.
However, you should ensure a wind-protected location, as the long fronds quickly break in strong gusts of wind.
How to maintain pampas grass on the balcony
- pour
- Fertilize
- To cut
- hibernate
The bucket for the pampas grass should hold at least 40 liters. Make sure that there are enough drainage holes, because pampas grass does not tolerate waterlogging at all.
Watering is moderate but regular. At least once a month fertilize the plant with liquid fertilizer for ornamental grasses. It is even better if you fertilize with compost from the garden.
As in the field, pampas grass is only cut once on the balcony, preferably in spring. You should not cut the grass in autumn.
Overwinter pampas grass on the balcony
Pampas grass is conditionally hardy. The only danger is the wetness, which causes the eyrie to rot. That is why the heads of the pampas grass in the garden are tied up as soon as winter approaches. This is not absolutely necessary on a covered balcony.
To overwinter pampas grass in the bucket, place it on an insulating surface and wrap it in foil. A cool conservatory is also a good place to spend the winter.
tips
Pampas grass is not poisonous. The only danger is the sharp leaves, which depending on the species have small barbs. This increases the risk of injury for children, animals and inexperienced visitors.