Calamagrostis x acutiflorus ‘Karl Forster’
Karl Forster feather reed grass
Poaceae
list 3.4
- Grass
- Cultivar originated in Germany
- Hardy across all of southern Canada
- Clumping habit
- Inflorescence up to 150 cm tall.
- Full sun. Tolerant of a range of soil conditions, but needs at least some irrigation in Vancouver.
- Weedy grasses can become established in its crown
- Notable for its strong vertical character. Suits a variety of situations. Can work well mixed with other perennials and shrubs. Also makes an attractive monoculture. A defining contemporary landscape plant.
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