Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster')
kal-ah-mah-GROSS-tiss ex ah-kew-tih-FLOOR-ah 'Karl Foerster'
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Deciduous Perennial Upright, Clump
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Available May 9
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#1 gallon |
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$11.89 |
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#2 gallon |
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$24.02 |
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Tray of 3 #1 gallons |
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$34.61 |
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Available May 16
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Tray of 3 #1 gallons |
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$34.61 |
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Available May 23
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$34.61 |
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Elevate your garden withKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass, featuring dramatic red-bronze flower spikes in the summer that sway gracefully in the breeze. Perfect for adding height and visual interest to any landscape! |
Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster,' commonly known as Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass, is a perennial grass celebrated for its upright growth habit and graceful appearance. Reaching heights of 4 to 5 feet, it produces feathery, plume-like flower spikes that emerge in late spring, transitioning from a soft green to golden tan as they mature. This hardy plant thrives in a variety of soil types and is drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for borders, mass plantings, or as a focal point in garden designs. Its resilience and ornamental value have earned it numerous awards, including the prestigious Perennial Plant of the Year award.
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Pros
Award Winner Heat Tolerant Deadheading Not Necessary
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Plant Data |
Mature Size |
4 - 6 feet
tall. 24 - 36 inches
wide.
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Growth Rate |
Moderate |
Sun Exposure |
Partial Sun - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance |
Widely Adaptable
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Zones |
4a - 11b
(Usually hardy to -30° F)
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Tags |
Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Wildlife, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Fall interest, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Beginners, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Dried Flowers, Good for Mass Planting, Good for Rock Garden, Grasses, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Mounded, Naturalizing, Normal Soil, Partial Sun, Perennial, Popular For Fall, Prairie Garden, Thrillers, Tolerant of Clay Soil, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Tolerant of Sandy Soil, Well-Drained Soil, Woodland Garden Deer Resistant Perennials, Ornamental Grass, Partial Sun Perennials, Pink or Red Flowering Perennials, Summer Blooming Perennials
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Bloom Period |
Summer
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Flower Color |
Red-Bronze
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Foliage Color |
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Most Popular Plants |
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More Info from Experts |
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Commonly Planted with...
Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Salvia, Aster, Monarda, Helenium, Sedum, Phlox.
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Photos of This with...
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Weeping Willow,
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Lemon Coral Stonecrop,
Goldmound Spirea,
Prairie Dropseed,
Everlow Yew,
Spilled Wine Weigela,
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