Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’

Feather Reed Grass

Boething Treeland Farms grows over 1,000 varieties of trees, shrubs, perennials and specialty plants on 10 California nurseries to serve the wholesale landscape and nursery industries throughout the Western United States and beyond.

Plant Type: Grasses

Evergreen-Deciduous: Semi-Evergreen

Overall Mature Size: Small

Mature Height & Spread: 2-3' x 2-3'

Natural Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading, Clumping

Native To: Hybrid

Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade

Water: Medium Water

Flower Color: Yellow

Bloom Time: Spring, Summer

Special Features: Cold Hardy / Intermountain Conditions

Container Sizes: #1, #5

Sunset Garden Zones: 2b-24

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Evergreen in mild climates, this grass’ purple blossoms fade to gold as the season progresses. Light breezes provoke graceful undulations. A good choice in wetter gardens, cut back in late winter to ensure fresh foliage.