Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

Calamagrostis x acutiflora

Feather Reed Grass

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

This is a cool season, clump-forming grass that adds a nice vertical accent to the landscape.
Glossy green foliage that turns golden yellow in the fall. Plumes of burgundy tones age to wheat.

Height

24-36 Inches

Spread

24-36 Inches

Color

Mixed

Interesting Notes

PPA Perennial Plant of the Year 2001.

Bloom Time

June-July

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Offers great seasonal interest to the landscape.
Cut back in early spring.

When to Divide

every 3 years in spring or fall to retain vigor

Good Companions

False Indigo (Baptisia ), Coneflower (Echinacea ), Asiatic Lily (Lilium ), Cranesbill (Geranium ), Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii), Bluemist Shrub (Caryopteris x clandonensis), Joe Pye Weed (Eupatorium maculatum), Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x grandiflora), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum x superbum), Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses
• Dried Flowers
• Cut Flowers
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Exposure
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Green
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Fall
• Winter
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Spring
• Winter
• Fall
• Summer
Soil Moisture Preference
• Well-drained