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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.
Information displayed on this page about Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' is based on the research conducted about it in our library and from reliable online resources. We also note those observations we have made of this plant as it grows in the nursery's garden and in other gardens, as well how crops have performed in our nursery field. We will incorporate comments we receive from others, and welcome to hear from anyone who may have additional information, particularly if they share any cultural information that would aid others in growing it.
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