Grass, Feather Reed ‘Karl Foerster’
Description
2001 Perennial of the Year.
‘Karl Foerster’ is a hybrid (C. arundinacea x C. epigejos) feather reed grass cultivar which is valued for its early bloom, vertical lines and ability to grow in wet soils. It is a slowly-spreading, clump-forming, cool season ornamental grass which features an erect, slightly arching, slender clump of narrow, stiff, rich green leaves growing to 3′ tall and 2′ wide. Leaves produce little fall color, eventually turning tan in winter. In June, tightly-vertical flower stalks rise well above the foliage to 6′ tall bearing narrow plumes of feathery, purplish-green flowers which turn golden as the seeds mature in summer and eventually tan. Clumps generally provide good continuing winter interest.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.000 oz |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' |
| Plant Type | Ornamental Grass |
| Care | Easily grown in average, medium to wet soil. Does well in heavy clay soils, unlike many of the other ornamental grasses. Prefers moist, rich soils which do not dry out. |
| Light Requirements | |
| Habit | Stiff, upright habit. |
| Plant Height | 72 inches |
| Plant Width | 24 inches |
| Foliage | Dark green, narrow leaves. |
| Bloom | Upright spikes start off green in June, change to bronze, then fade to golden buff in late fall. |
| Zone | |
| Special Features | Cut/Dried Flower, Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Low Maintenance, Tolerant of Clay Soil, Tolerant of Wet Locations, Urban Tolerant |
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