feather reed grass

Calamagrostis acutiflora

Also known as
  • Feather grass
  • Feather reedgrass
Poaceae
Grass
Ornamental
Evergreen
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Calamagrostis acutiflora, commonly known as feather reed grass, is an ornamental grass that prefers full sun and medium watering. It grows to a height of 1–1.5 meters and blooms from August to October, displaying tan and beige colors. This grass is suitable for USDA zones 4–9 and thrives in loamy, sandy, or clay soils. It is an evergreen variety.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Clay

Height

1–1.5 m

Spread

0.5–0.8 m

Zones

4–9

Flower colors

Calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Direct Sowing
Bloom Period
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