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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.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Pink, Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.