Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ (Feather Reed Grass)

Fluffy plumes in June, turn buff-brown in mid-summer. Very strict, upright habit, tolerates moist soil, plumes effective through early winter.  Height 6′.

Fluffy plumes in June, turn buff-brown in mid-summer.  Very strict, upright habit, tolerates moist soil, plumes effective through early winter. Height 6'.

Prefers average, medium to wet well drained soils. Do not allow to dry out. Tolerates air pollution, heavy clay soils, humidity, and salts. Cool season grass. Deer and rabbit resistant.

Perennial Plant of the Year 2001. 

  • USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 5-9
  • Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Bloom Time(s): June