Pruning guide
How to prune mexican feather grass
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Pruning mexican feather grass — FAQ
When should I prune mexican feather grass?
Early spring; deadhead flower heads promptly after flowering to limit self-seeding. Trim lightly by one-third at most in spring to remove tired tips. Cut flower stems at the base as soon as seed begins to set — the species self-seeds very aggressively.
How often does mexican feather grass need pruning?
Annual light trim; regular deadheading during flowering. Mexican feather grass needs minimal pruning. Trim the clump lightly in early spring to remove any winter-bleached tips and tidy the shape. Avoid cutting it back hard as you would switch grass — it resents severe cutting. Deadhead spent flower heads promptly if self-seeding is a concern, as this grass seeds prolifically and is invasive in some US states.
How do you prune mexican feather grass?
Trim lightly by one-third at most in spring to remove tired tips. Cut flower stems at the base as soon as seed begins to set — the species self-seeds very aggressively.