This jewel’s name comes from the way the
morning light catches the dew, creating hundreds
of sparkling gems on the flower spikes.
This stately grass has a graceful upright
habit. It even performs well in full shade. A
wonderful focal point for beds, borders or
even pots! Grows up to 4' tall. Calamagrostis
brachytricha
Zones: 4-10 - Shipped in 3" pot - Full sun to Full shade - Deer tend to avoid
Flower Form: Long slender flower plumes that open with a smoky purple red tint.
Flower Color: Purple red.
Flowering Date: Late summer onward for winter interest.
Planting Requirements: Will bloom in full shade but is more stately in full sun.
Soil Requirements: Moist fertile soil but will adapt to many soil types.
Growth Rate: Moderate.
Unique Characteristics: Commonly called 'Diamond grass' for the way the morning light catches the dew and looks as if hundreds of diamonds are sparkling on the flower stems. Stately ornamental grass that will perform in full shade with a somewhat relaxed habit and more upright in full sun. Will serve as a wonderful main focal point for the fall season.
Pruning: In late winter or early spring trim back before new growth starts.
Additional Information: Naturalized in moist woodland areas or at the edge of a woods.
I found this ornamental grass to be fast growing, has strong upright appearance and nice white plumes in autumn. It gets about 4 hours of afternoon sunlight. We are in zone 6. I will be ordering more of these.
- Thursday, January 21, 2010
not like all the others
Reviewed By:
spetersen (omaha, ne)
I have had these for 2 seasons now and they have done very well. The flowers are nicer than most and I do the like the uniqueness of them.
