Calamagrostis brachytricha

ACHNATHERUM BRACHYTRICHA
Calamagrostis arundinacea

Deciduous Grass / Grass-Like, Perennial

Frothy plumes in summer persist into late fall and have a slight pink tinge. They are especially delightful backlit, and when the plumes catch a breeze, they gently sway; a lovely way to introduce movement into the garden. It is more shade tolerant than some of the other large grasses but blooms best in full sun with adequate water.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Part Sun, Afternoon Sun

Water Needs: Average

Description

Size: 30 - 48 tall x 12 - 36 wide
Shape / Form: Arching, Clumping
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Attractive Foliage, Flowers, Long Blooming

Foliage Color: Green

Flower Color: Ivory / Cream
Bloom Season: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Summer, Fall
Flower Shape: Panicle

Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Mixed Border
Special Situations: Deer Resistant
Wildlife: Deer Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Pleasing Seasonal Changes
Collections: Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: medium

Plant Combos

Frothy Plant Combo for Autumn Garden

Focus: Pleasing Seasonal Flow
Exposure: Afternoon Sun, Full Sun
Zone: 7, 8, 9
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Easy Care Plant Combo with Fantastic Foliage

Focus: Pleasing Seasonal Flow, Curb Appeal, Mixed Border, Saving Water
Exposure: Full Sun
Zone: 7, 8
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