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Calamagrostis X acutiflora 'Karl Foerste

Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

This ornamental perennial grass grows 4-6' tall x 1-1.5' wide and has semi-evergreen foliage that is green in spring and summer and turns green/brown in fall. The flowers bloom in mid June and emerge a light green but quickly turn to pink/purple.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.