When to cut back pampas grass — gardening pros share the best time to start cutting to give the plant a second lease of life

Pampas grass growing in garden.

If you have pampas grass in your garden, you'll want to know when to cut back pampas grass so you can enjoy this feather-like plant all year long.

Just like the other plants to cut back in winter, cutting back pampas grass encourages new growth and effectively gives the plant a second lease of life. Gardening experts have revealed that the best time to start cutting is from late winter to early spring, meaning the time is ripe to grab your secateurs and start trimming.