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Calamagrostis arundinacea 'Karl Forester' Common Names: Feather Reed Grass

Description:

This grass is appreciated not only for its glossy, dark green leaves but also for its graceful flower spikes which appear reddish-green in early summer and change through the growing season to a creamy white. Highly prized for its ability to add subtle texture and color in the perennial border. Also popular as a background foundation planting for shorter grasses or shorter perennials.

Recommendations:

Use this plant as a ornamental border plant or in mass.

Attributes   Plant Group: Grass and Grass Like Hardiness: Zones 4 - 7 Type: Perennial Mature Size: Height 18-24 inches x Width 36 inches Flowering Period: Summer Flowering Attributes: Green, Red Plumes (12 inches) Foliage Attributes: Green Deciduous foliage. Culture   Light: Full Sun Only Soil: Humus-rich Miscellaneous   Propagation Methods: Division Fast-growing Provides Cut Flowers Provides Food, Shelter, or Nesting For Birds

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