Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'
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. A tall, graceful mass that is very popular.
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. Prefers moist, rich soil but will tolerate heavy soils.
When to Divide
every 3 years in spring or fall to retain vigor
Good Companions
False Indigo (Baptisia ), Coneflower (Echinacea Orange Meadowbrite), Asiatic Lily (Lilium ), Cranesbill (Geranium ), Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii), Bluemist Shrub (Caryopteris clandonensis), Joe Pye Weed (Eupatorium maculatum), Blanket Flower (Gaillardia grandiflora), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum), Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata), Butterfly Bush (Buddleia )Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Dried Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Winter |
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
| • | Winter |
| • | Fall |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
