Calamagrostis Species
Calamagrostisfoliosa

Synonym:Calamagrostis sylvatica var. longifolia

Category
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Perennials

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Grown for foliage
Herbaceous
Provides Winter Interest

Foliage Color
Blue-Green

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger

Bloom Color
Chartreuse (yellow-green)
White/Near White
Cream/Tan

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall

Other details

Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
By dividing the rootball
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked

Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds