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Calamagrostis a. Karl Foerster
Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass
- » 2001 PPA Perennial Plant of the Year
- » Slender, 4-5 ft tall
- » June blooms attractive through late winter
- » Great as specimen or mass planting
- » Perfect for the small garden
- Category:Perennial
- Hardiness Zone:4-8
- Height:3-5 ft
- Spread:1-3 ft
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
The only grass to have ever been voted Perennial Plant of the Year. Why? This outstanding selection of Feather Reed Grass stands a slender 4-5_ tall and adds a wonderful vertical element to the garden. One of the first ornamental grasses to flower, its June blooms fade to a tawny brown and are attractive through late winter. Mass planting are visually demanding and the specimen planting works well also. A must for the small garden. 2001 PPA Perennial Plant of the Year.
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Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Mass Planting |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Calamagrostis a. Karl Foerster
Cut back in early April. Tolerates various soils and temperatures, but prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. May be divided in mid-spring.