Chasmanthium latifolium

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Northern Sea Oats, Bamboo Grass

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany/Dowsett

Description

This perennial grass can reach 5' high and has leaves that are 8" in length. It produces green blooms that turn brown and appear from late spring and last until early fall. It produces dark red grain and does best in moist, shaded areas. This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Under 1'

Flower Color

Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium, High

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Ranch, Water Garden, Wetlands

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Park, Parking Lot, Roadside

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.