An arching variegated Feather Reed Grass varying from the typical upright habits of market cultivars. Leaves have wide creamy white margins edging green centers. The foliage cascades to the ground to form an arching habit. Expect the variegation to be most pronounced in spring. Cream flower spikes rise above the foliage in summer. Introduced by Emerald Coast Growers.
30ct Plug Tray |
Height:
3.0-4.0 Feet
Spread:
1.5-2.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Tan shades
Foliage Color:
Variegated
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Late Spring
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Dried Seed Heads Fall Color
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Eclectic Formal
Other Features:
Border Plant Cut Flower Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Good For Screening Attractive Foliage Mass Planting Salt Tolerant
Origin:
Not Native to North America
Calamagrostis acutiflora prefers sunny, dry conditions. It can be grown in nearly any soil, including heavy clay. Be sure to provide plenty of moisture in extremely hot weather. Cut back to 6" in spring before new growth begins. Propagate by division in either spring or fall.
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Spring or early fall
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring or early fall
Finish:
10-12 weeks
Container:
Premium 2 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Spring or early fall
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
55-65° F
Holding Temperature:
45-55° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Moderate to heavy feeder.
100-200 ppm N at each irrigation.
Vernalization:
Cold required for 10-12 weeks at temperatures below 40 degrees F.
Pests & Diseases:
Avoid growing too wet as this can lead to crown and root rots.
Potting & Timing:
Calamagrostis is a cool season grass, meaning it begins to grow as soon as the temperature rises above freezing in the spring. Best planting times are in the spring and early fall.
NOTE: Calamagrostis brachytricha is a warm season grass and should only be planted when temperatures are 68 degrees or warmer. Plant these in early summer for best results.
Moisture:
Use a well drained media. Keep moderately moist.
Planting Level:
Plant the crown level with the soil line.
Lighting:
Requires long days for flowering.
Other Comments:
This is a cool season, clumping grass with an erect growth habit. It prefers full sun and can tolerate a heavy clay-based soil. It does not re-seed. 'Karl Foerster' was voted Perennial Plant of the Year in 2001.
Height:
3.0-4.0 Feet
Spread:
1.5-2.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color:
Tan shades
Foliage Color:
Variegated
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Low Water Needs Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Late Spring
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Dried Seed Heads Fall Color
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Eclectic Formal
Other Features:
Border Plant Cut Flower Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Easy To Grow Good For Screening Attractive Foliage Mass Planting Salt Tolerant
Origin:
Not Native to North America
Calamagrostis acutiflora prefers sunny, dry conditions. It can be grown in nearly any soil, including heavy clay. Be sure to provide plenty of moisture in extremely hot weather. Cut back to 6" in spring before new growth begins. Propagate by division in either spring or fall.
Container:
Premium 1 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Spring or early fall
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Container:
Trade 1 Gallon Container
When to Plant:
Spring or early fall
Finish:
10-12 weeks
Container:
Premium 2 Gallon Pot
When to Plant:
Spring or early fall
Finish:
8-10 weeks
Growing Temperature:
55-65° F
Holding Temperature:
45-55° F
Soil PH:
5.8-6.5
EC (What is EC?):
2.0-3.0 pour through method
Fertility:
Moderate to heavy feeder.
100-200 ppm N at each irrigation.
Vernalization:
Cold required for 10-12 weeks at temperatures below 40 degrees F.
Pests & Diseases:
Avoid growing too wet as this can lead to crown and root rots.
Potting & Timing:
Calamagrostis is a cool season grass, meaning it begins to grow as soon as the temperature rises above freezing in the spring. Best planting times are in the spring and early fall.
NOTE: Calamagrostis brachytricha is a warm season grass and should only be planted when temperatures are 68 degrees or warmer. Plant these in early summer for best results.
Moisture:
Use a well drained media. Keep moderately moist.
Planting Level:
Plant the crown level with the soil line.
Lighting:
Requires long days for flowering.
Other Comments:
This is a cool season, clumping grass with an erect growth habit. It prefers full sun and can tolerate a heavy clay-based soil. It does not re-seed. 'Karl Foerster' was voted Perennial Plant of the Year in 2001.
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