How to Grow Pampas Plume
Celosia argentea plumosa
Your complete guide to growing Pampas Plume.
📷 Wikipedia: FlowerWhen to Plant Pampas Plume
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Pampas Plume
✓ Good companions
Contrasting flower colors and forms, both drought tolerant once established
Similar water and soil requirements, creates layered ornamental grass display
Repels pests, requires similar well-drained soil and full sun conditions
Provides seasonal interest and texture contrast while sharing similar cultural needs
Similar sun and drainage needs, provides contrasting texture and color
Attracts beneficial insects, complementary heights and seasonal interest
Drought tolerant, silvery foliage complements pampas plumes, similar growing conditions
Low maintenance groundcover, helps suppress weeds around pampas grass base
✗ Keep away from
Prefers consistently moist soil and partial shade, opposite of pampas grass requirements
Requires moist, shaded conditions that conflict with pampas grass sun and drainage needs
Needs regular watering and shade, will struggle in pampas grass's dry, sunny environment
