Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

Feather Reed Grass

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Purple, yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Winter
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Container, foundation, massing, screen, seashore, specimen, winter interest
Height 4' to 5' / 1.20m to 1.60m
Spread 16" to 18" / 40cm to 45cm
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Tan
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Columnar, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing