This is the time of year that I cut back my pampas grass as invariably, it has increased in size since this time last year. I normally keep trimming around the edges until its approx 50% of its original size. However, I saw somewhere that you could reduce the size of the pampas grass by burning it with petrol? Is this possible? If so, how would you go about it?
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Pampas grass is naturally adapted to be burned over in bush fires in its native South America, and this can be done but it leaves a blackened stump for weeks. There is a distinct danger of scorching nearby plants and it poses a danger to yourself and to property. Best to leave the plant be and simply tease out rotten foliage as it decays.
CAUTION: NEVER, EVER USE PETROL TO ACCELERATE A FIRE!
IT CAN EASILY FLARE BACK AND BURN YOU.