Aug 19, 2024 · Feather reed grass is an ornamental grass that stays upright year-round with dense clumps of tall and narrow green leaves, pink-purple flower spikes in the summer, and tan or golden …

With feathery flower spikes that emerge reddish-brown in spring and turn golden to buff in fall, it adds a lovely accent to naturalist, craftsman, or prarie gardens. Use as a vertical among low-growing plants …

C. × acutifolia, commonly known as feather reed grass, is a hybrid resulting from a cross between two species native to Europe and Asia, namely C. arundinacea and C. epigejos. This hybrid occurs …

Dec 29, 2022 · Feather reed grass (Calamagrostis x acutiflora) is a clumping ornamental grass with numerous cultivars. It is a deciduous plant, but is one of the first of the family to show foliage in early …

Jan 31, 2026 · Learn how to plant, grow, and care for feather reed grass, a stunning, hardy ornamental grass with tall stalks and feathery plumes.

Cool-season grasses put on most of their growth in spring before temperatures begin exceeding 75 degrees Fahrenheit and in the fall when temperatures cool down. They generally maintain good color …

Summary: Award-winning, cool-season clump-forming ornamental grass with narrow green foliage and upright, feathery flower plumes that mature to warm tan and often persist into winter.

With more than 250 species (and many more cultivars), feather reed grass (Calamagrostis) is a versatile ornamental perennial plant to add texture and graceful height to a garden.

Mar 7, 2025 · Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis) is one of the most graceful all-rounder decorative grasses. This tall and narrow grass has soft, feathery plumes that add a graceful and stylish touch to …

Feather reed grass (Calamagrostis x acutiflora) is a dramatic ornamental grass used in many types of landscapes. Probably the most common cultivar is ‘Karl Foerster’.