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Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass

Year-Round Beauty and Versatility

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  • flowering dateLate spring
  • hardiness zone4-8
  • height5 feet
  • restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
  • ship asJUMBO
  • sun exposureFull Sun
  • Recognized for its outstanding performance and beauty.
  • Grows well in clay soils, full sun, or part shade.
  • Low maintenance and water-wise once established.

Incorporate Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass into your garden for a touch of elegance and year-round interest. Its upright form and elegant flower heads make it a fantastic focal point or a beautiful backdrop for other plants. Its award-winning performance and low-maintenance nature make it an ideal choice for gardeners of all levels.

 

Year-Round Beauty and Versatility: Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass is celebrated for its statuesque, upright form and colorful flower heads. Whether planted in full sun or part shade, this grass thrives, bringing a dynamic element to your garden.

Low-Maintenance and Drought Tolerant: Once established, Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass is incredibly drought tolerant, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance landscapes. You’ll enjoy its beauty without the need for constant watering and upkeep.

Stunning Visual Appeal: The colorful flower heads add a striking visual element to your garden. The tall, slender plumes emerge in early summer and maintain their beauty well into winter, providing interest and structure to your landscape all year long.

Product Details

  • botanical nameCalamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'
  • flowering dateLate spring
  • flower colorPink
  • flower formNarrow, erect, golden wheat-colored plumes.
  • foliage typeNarrow green leaves, with a vertical clumping habit.
  • formPerennial
  • growth rateMedium
  • hardiness zone4-8
  • height5 feet
  • planting instructionsTop of plant should be just below soil level and 24" apart.
  • pruningPrune back to 6-8" in early spring before new growth appears.
  • restricted statesAE AK GU HI PR
  • shipping seasonSpring
  • ship asJUMBO
  • soil requirementWell-drained soil. Does well in heavy clay soil.
  • spacing24 inches
  • spread24 inches
  • sun exposureFull Sun
  • watering requirementLow to average water needs, do not overwater.
  • winter careMulch +/- 2"

Shipping Schedule

When will my order ship?

Plants will be shipped at the proper planting time for your area of the country during the shipping timeframes outlined below:

2025 Spring Shipping Schedule
Zone Most Dormant Bareroot & Potted Perennials, Trees and Shrubs
3A-3B 4/28/25 - 5/30/25
4A-4B 4/28/25 - 5/30/25
5A 4/28/25 - 5/30/25
5B 4/7/25 - 5/30/25
6A 3/24/25 - 5/30/25
6B 3/10/25 - 5/30/25
7A 2/24/25 - 5/30/25
7B 2/17/25 - 5/9/25
8A 2/17/25 - 5/9/25
8B 2/10/25 - 5/9/25
9A 2/3/25 - 5/9/25
9B-10B 2/3/25 - 5/9/25
Last Order Date Zones 3A - 7B: 5/26/25
Zones 8A - 10B: 5/5/25

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