Calamagrostis X acutiflora 'Karl Foerste |
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Feather Reed Grass |
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 bloom in mid June and emerge a light green but quickly turn to pink/purple.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Grass
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark 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
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Seascape, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Park, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
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