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Calamagrostis X acutiflora 'Overdam'

Variegated Feather Reed Grass

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

An upright ornamental reed grass that is compact and works well in smaller spaces. It grows 2-3' high with soft green blades and light brown flower stems.

 

Plant Type

Grass

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Gold

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, Park

Special Uses

Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.