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60-72" tall (5-6 feet) x 24-36" wide, this is one of the most famous and popular Ornamental Grasses worldwide, and no wonder. It is one of the clump-forming decorative grasses, with an upward architectural growth habit. That means it makes a dramatic specimen plant in garden or meadow.
Rising up to about six feet, Feather Reed Grass is famous for waving in the wind, adding motion to the landscape, even with the slightest breeze. The tall elegant feathery blooms, which take on a subtle purplish/pink color when they're new in late spring, mature into tall slender plumes of a warm buff color. These torch-plumes are widely used in dried flower arrangements.
On top of all this, Feather Reed Grass is super winter hardy, and requires almost no care. Its also used very effectively in large containers on patios and terraces.
| Associated SKUs 7ORNXX |
7ORN (Plant - 3.5" pot) - Out of stock. 7ORN9 (Tray of 9) - Out of stock. 7ORN18 (Tray of 18) - Out of stock. |
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| Common Name | Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass |
| Botanical Name | Calamagrostis x acutiflora Karl Foerster |
| Zones | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Mature Height | 36-60" tall |
| Estimated Mature Spread | 24-36" wide |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Bloom Time | Foliage plant all season. Wheat colored seed heads form in mid summer and continue through fall. |
| Planting Depth | Crown of plant should rest just at or above the soil surface after watering in. |
| Ships As | Potted Plant |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage | Upright stalks rising above green foliage, producing feathery plumes. |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer |
| Soil Type | Loamy Soil, Drought/Dry Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Average, Well Draining |
| Tolerates | Dry Sites |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Attract Birds, Rabbit Resistant, Easy to Grow, Cut Flowers, Winter Interest, Dried Flowers, Low Maintenance, Great for Mass Plantings, Hedge / Screen |
| Awards | 2001 Perennial of the Year. |
| Ideal Region | Northeast, Midwest, Southwest, West, Pacific Northwest |
| Neonicotinoid-Free | Yes - Learn More |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass
(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
86%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (3)
- Healthy (3)
Cons
- Small in size (3)
Best Uses
- Outdoors (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid gardener (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (4)
Reviewed by 7 customers
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Pros
- Attractive
- Healthy
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
This grew to the perfect size for its placement, approx. 2½ feet high. It thrived until our first frost. I'm waiting to see if it grows back in the spring.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
- Attractive
- GREAT price
- Healthy
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
I was concerned about the smallness so I called. The lady was super helpful and friendly! She assured me they would grow to their full size in 3 years. They have grown a great deal since I got the 3 grasses. They are doing beautifully. The instructions were easy to follow. I guess the final test will be how well they make it thru the winter. I am very happy with my purchase and plan to buy from American Meadows again. Thanks so much.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
Used this grass as a way to add height to the back of a bed but didn't want much horizontal spread. The grass stands proud and tall all summer long but hasn't gotten very broad-footed, which met my needs exactly.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Reliable Growth
- Steady Growth First Yr
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
Used along roadside, moderate to fair soil fertility. Fits in easily with established aborvitae and other evergreen.
Pros
Cons
- Slow Growth
Best Uses
- Border Control
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
For the price I received less mature plant than expected.
Pros
- Low Maintenance
- Reliable Growth
- Vivid Colors
Cons
Best Uses
- Border Control
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
I love the year around colorful blooms it produces. The rewards are so wonderful with such little care. Not a fussy grass plant at all to care for.
Pros
- Hardy
- Healthy
Cons
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass:
Lovely in group plantings for natural look. Lyrical movement in breeze.
Grows rapidly so plan for that in perennial garden.
Takes full seasonal cycle in NE US to produce "flowers".
- Primary use:
- Personal
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To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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Merchant response: Good Day tj,
We are so sorry to hear that the feather reed grass Karl Foerster didn't arrive looking as you expected it to look. We do hope the ornamental grass grew for you. Please know that we would never want you to pay for something you never got a chance to enjoy! We encourage you to give us a call and one of our friendly and knowledgeable representatives would be more than happy to work with you to get the results you paid for! Should you require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to call us at 1-877-309-7333. Our hours are Monday-Friday 9-7pm EST and 9-5pm on Saturdays.
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