Feather Reed Grass
stunning in winter sun; pink-bronze inflorescences that fade to buff; important structural element, especially in winter; looks best massed
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| Latin name |
Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' |
| Common name |
Feather Reed Grass |
| Family |
Poaceae |
| Zone |
Z5-9 |
| Bloom time |
Summer |
| Season(s) of Interest |
Winter |
| Height |
6' |
| Native or origin |
Europe, Russia |
| Soil conditions |
Tolerates all but the poorest soils |
| Flower color |
Pink-Bronze |
| Known wildlife aspects |
Birds |
| Light Requirements |
Full Sun |
| Lurie Garden location |
Dark Plate |
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