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Pampas grass
Cortaderia selloana · aka pampas
Pampas grass is the defining installation material of the 2020s boho-wedding aesthetic — soft, cloud-like plumes on tall stems, sold pre-dried and lasting years. Used for arches, floor installations, and oversized fireplace arrangements. Environmental note: pampas is invasive in California and the Mediterranean; sustainable buyers seek US or European commercial crops.
At a glance
| Family | Poaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | South America; commercially grown Netherlands, US farms |
| Peak season | September, October, November |
| Availability | all year (dried) |
| Stem length | 80–200 cm |
| Vase life | 365–730 days |
| Colors | cream, silver-green, brown |
| Price tier | mid |
Conditioning
Sold dried — no water conditioning needed. Fluff plumes gently before use.
Care in the vase
- •Sold pre-dried — never place in water
- •Sheds fluff over time — vacuum around display
- •Sensitive individuals may develop respiratory reactions
- •The bohemian-wedding staple of the 2020s
Design role & symbolism
Symbolismnatural elegance, sustainability
Occasionsboho wedding, editorial, installations, long-lasting arrangements
Substitutesdried wheat, bunny tail grass
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