Korean Feather Reed Grass

The glossy green leaves of Korean feather reed grass form a graceful vase-like clump.

In late summer, large silvery-pink plumes appear, fading to tan seedheads in the winter. The feathery plumes are quite beautiful.

Unlike many of the ornamental grasses, Korean feather reed grass will bloom when grown in shade. Needs regular moisture and protection from the wind to grow well.

 

Korean Feather Reed Grass

The glossy green leaves of Korean feather reed grass form a graceful vase-like clump.

In late summer, large silvery-pink plumes appear, fading to tan seedheads in the winter. The feathery plumes are quite beautiful.

Unlike many of the ornamental grasses, Korean feather reed grass will bloom when grown in shade. Needs regular moisture and protection from the wind to grow well.

 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Calamagrostis brachytricha

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Pronunciation

ka-la-mo-GROSS-tis brak-ee-TRY-kuh

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Mature Height

2 to 3 ft.

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Mature Spread

1 to 2 ft.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

NA

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Bloom time

August to October

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

Asia

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Light Requirements

sun, part shade, shade

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,000 ft.

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