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Products > Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'
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| Category: Grass |
| Family: Poaceae (Gramineae) (Grasses) |
| Origin: Garden Origin |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Purple |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Synonyms: [Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Stricta'] |
| Parentage: (C. epigejos x C. arundinacea) |
| Height: 2-3 feet |
| Width: 2-3 feet |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: <15° F |
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Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) - An evergreen grass in mild climates, this grass is distinguished by its feathery loose purple-tinged flowers on stalks to 6 feet tall in summer that age to a buff color by late summer. Flowers move gracefully in the wind. Foliage mounds are usually around 3 feet tall and 3 feet wide. Plant in full sun to light shade and give regular irrigation. Cut back in late winter to maintain clean fresh foliage. It can be used as a specimen plant or in borders. Calamagrostis x acutiflora cultivars are the result of crossing Calamagrostis epigejos with Calamagrostis arundinacea. Flowers are good for fresh or dry arrangements. Perennial Plant of the Year 2001.
The information displayed on this page is based on research conducted about this plant in our library and from reliable online sources. We also consider observations that we have made of it growing in the nursery's garden and in other gardens, as well how it has performed in our crops out in the nursery field. We will incorporate comments that we receive from others as well, and welcome hear from anyone who may have additional information, particularly if they have knowledge of cultural information we do not mention that would aid others in growing Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'.
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