Calamagrostis x acutiflora
ornamental_grassZones 4–9deer resistantStrongly upright, narrow grass with feathery plumes that emerge pink-purple and age to golden wheat. One of the most architectural grasses, holding its form all winter.
Cut the entire clump to 4 inches before new growth emerges.
Water new plants weekly for the first season.
Wheat-colored plumes and rigid form are beautiful through winter, especially with frost or snow.
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