Basic pruning shears or hedge cutters aren’t strong enough to stand up to the massive stalks of pampas grass. You’ll need long-handled loppers or a chainsaw to get the job done.

Q: I got my husband to trim our pampas grass back to about eight inches above the ground four weeks ago to get rid of the dry dead part. My ...

Pampas grass is a lovely perennial for the middle southern regions. Let’s look at your other questions. Pruning Pampas grass back to the ground level is too severe.