Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass
Price range: $14.00 through $30.00
Elegant and architectural, Foerster’s Feather Reed Grass brings dramatic vertical interest to any landscape. This sturdy ornamental grass features tall, slender stalks that emerge green in spring, develop feathery plumes in summer, and mature to golden wheat colors in fall. The upright clumps reach 5-6 feet tall, creating stunning privacy screens or backdrop plantings. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, this grass maintains its striking form through winter, providing year-round visual interest. Perfect for modern gardens, borders, or mass plantings. Hardy in zones 4-9.
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Plant Overview
Foerster’s Feather Reed Grass is a stunning ornamental grass that adds vertical interest and movement to any garden setting. Known for its strong upright growth and feathery plumes, this grass creates a dramatic architectural statement throughout multiple seasons. The green foliage emerges in spring, followed by stunning wheat-like stalks that transition from pinkish-purple to golden tan as the season progresses.
Plant Information
- Latin Name: Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’
- Common Name: Foerster’s Feather Reed Grass
- Watering Requirements: Medium
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Soil Conditions: Well-draining, adaptable to most soil types
- Mature Plant Height: 5-6 feet
- Mature Plant Width: 2-3 feet
Plant Care
This low-maintenance grass requires minimal care once established. Cut back the foliage to about 6 inches above ground in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Division is rarely necessary but can be done every 4-5 years if desired. The plant maintains its upright habit throughout winter, providing visual interest and wildlife habitat during the cold months.
Planting Instructions
Plant in spring or early fall for best results. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth. Place the plant at the same level it was growing in the container, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly. Space plants 2-3 feet apart for optimal growth. Apply a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the crown of the plant.
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| Size | 13cmPT, 1gallon, 2gallon, 3gallon |
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Due to our cooler Ontario climate, deliveries and pick-ups (Vaughan location) will be scheduled starting on the 2nd week of May, or once the "Last Frost" has passed. From the time of purchase to pickup or delivery, our amazing staff will continue to care for and maintain your plants in our climate controlled greenhouses to ensure that they are strong and healthy!
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