Calamagrostis (Feather Reed Grass and Korean Feather Grass)
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  • Thin foliage and bright, mid-summer blooms
  • Strong, vertical element in the landscape​

All varieties:

brachytricha (Korean Feather Grass)
  • Large, feathery, pinkish plumes fading to cream in the fall. 
  • Will handle moist areas and light shade
  • Tolerates pollution
  • Use in masses or as an accent plant..
  • Bloom time: summer to fall
  • 26" H x 36" W
  • ​Seedheads 4" H

x acutifolia 'Karl Foerster'
  • Tall, showy tan seedheads in summer
  • Use to create strong vertical element
  • Narrow spaces
  • Handles moist, low spots
  • Can be used along the water's edge.
  • Bloom time: summer
  • 30" H x 24" W
  • Seedheads 4' H
  • 2' H x 18-30" W

x acutifolia 'Overdam'
  • Upright, variegated foliage
  • Shorter, thinner, and finer than ‘Karl Foerster’.
  • Bloom time: summer
  • 24" H x 18" W
  • ​Seedheads 3'