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Calamagrostis X acu. 'Karl Foerster'

Feather Reed Grass

Plant photo of: Calamagrostis X acu. 'Karl Foerster'
Information by: PlantMaster        Photographer: PlantMaster

 

Description

This ornamental perennial grass grows 4-6' tall x 1-1.5' wide and has semi-evergreen foliage that is green in spring and summer and turns green/brown in fall. The flowers look like feathery plumes; they bloom in mid June and emerge a light green but quickly turn to pink/purple. Flowers look great in a dried flower arrangement. This grass does well in full sun but will tolerate afternoon shade in warm, inland valleys. It needs regular watering and fertile soil. Great for erosion control and in wet areas.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Water Garden, Wetlands

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, Park, Raised Planter, Roadside, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.