Name: Calamagrostis x a Karl Foerster #1
Brand: The Siebenthaler Company
SKU: Calamagrostis x a Karl Foerster #1
Price: 16.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass

Upright ornamental grass, feathery plumes, reliable vertical accent

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Clumping, upright habit with midsummer tawny blooms in June turning golden by late summer. Excellent for mass plantings or as a specimen. Very hardy and easy to grow. 3 - 4' tall, 4 - 5' in flower.

Botanical Name- Calamagrostis x a Karl Foerster

Pronunciation- kal-uh-muh-GRAH-stiss eks

Foliage- Deciduous

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Mature Height-

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- Foliage

Bloom Time- Late spring

Companion Plants- Echinacea pallida (vertical interest, meadow style)

Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds, habitat for beneficial insects

Plant Habit- Perennial

Care Rating- Easy

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP25

Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old stems in late winter; water moderately and fertilize sparingly.

Trimming Instructions- Cut to the ground in late winter.

Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Avoid overly rich soil in clay, which can lead to flopping.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone

Possible Issues- Rust, smut

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