Feather Reed Grass 'Karl Foerster', Calamagrostis 'Stricta'
One of the most popular ornamental grasses worldwide, Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ (Feather Reed Grass) is a majestic ornamental grass, highly valued for its erect feathery flower plumes, moving gracefully with even the slightest breeze. Fast-growing, reliable, with multi-season interest, this cool season grass is not only beautiful, but it is also virtually carefree and quite versatile. ‘Karl Foerster’ is a great-looking plant for the garden as it provides superb vertical lines.
Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Ornamental Grasses |
Plant Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Calamagrostis |
Common names | Reed Grass, Feather Reed Grass |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" - 24" (50cm - 60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Modern Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
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Heat Zones |
1 - 9 |
Climate Zones | 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Ornamental Grasses |
Plant Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Calamagrostis |
Common names | Reed Grass, Feather Reed Grass |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 18" - 24" (50cm - 60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Birds |
Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers |
Garden Styles | Prairie and Meadow, Modern Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ (Feather Reed Grass) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ (Feather Reed Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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