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Calamagrostis arundinacea

Feather Reed Grass

Calamagrostis arundinacea (Feather Reed Grass)

Thin blades of lush foliage emerge in early Spring from the crowns and are soon joined by a column of tall, thin inflorescences. The inflorescences expand and sway in the Spring breezes, but quickly constrict to form narrow shafts of fruiting stalks, which peak in their buff-colored ornamental appeal in late Summer to early Fall, then slowly shatter throughout the remainder of Autumn and Winter.

Additional Information:
This native grass has ornamental value and is the forerunner of the popular natural selection, 'Karl Foerster'.

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Height
24-48 Inches

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Spread
24-36 Inches

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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions
Glade Coneflower (Echinacea simulata), Showy Goldenrod (Solidago speciosa)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

UPL

Nature Attracting

Songbird

Root

Fibrous

Season of Interest

Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

Average

Special Uses

Dried Flower
Containers

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

Wildlife Benefit

Food/Birds
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