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Calamagrostis x acutiflorus – Karl Forster Feather reed grass – Poaceae

Class summary – good against concrete walls. Completely herbaceous. Weedy grasses can be mized in the grown of the grass/not properly taken care of at nurseries. Purple Flowers. Dark green underneath.

Site: This grass prefers rich, clay soil, that is medium to wet. However can tolerant medium soil, if water well. Full sun. Has long blooming, purple flowers and fall interest in leaves. Suggested spots include, rain gardens, low points, banks. Zone 5-9.

Aesthetic notes: Vertical up right, grows up to 5 feet and is narrow. I think I agree it’s feathery texture can be strongly contrasted with conrete wall or pavement. The light colour seems to contrast and soften hard forms. I think it could potentially accompanied with an Acer griseum or Cornus stolonifera that would contrast bark forms. Also, could pair well with other grasses and textures. Definitely a good plant to work with for rain gardens.