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Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass

Calamagrostis × Acutiflora Karl Foerster | Feather Reed Grass

SKU: RH30001067
3 × 9cm pots
£24.99 £29.97 £8.33 each
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9cm pot
£9.99
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6 × 9cm pots
£42.99 £7.17 each
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2 litre pot
£19.99
In stock (despatch in 2-3 working days)
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Standard £5.99

Overview

A stiff, erect habit is the defining feature of this grass, named after the famous German plantsman who introduced it to the public in the 1950s. Plant it en masse to form a feathery screen, or in small groups to add height and definition to a perennial border. It also looks good planted next to buildings. This is one of the earliest perennial grasses to get going, with shoots appearing in early spring, followed by flowers that are green first, then fade to buff.

Specifications

  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Soil: dry or wet, well-drained soil
  • Rate of growth: fast growing
  • Flowering period: early summer to autumn
  • Hardiness: fully hardy

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Care guide

Very low maintenance, it simply needs to be cut down to the ground in February. Don't be tempted to chop it earlier, as its wheat-coloured stems add drama and strong winter presence to the garden.

How your order will arrive

Pots and Packaging
Larger pots (2L and above) are wrapped in waxed paper and then attached to a cardboard base so they stay stable in the box. The waxed paper prevents the compost from spilling out and gives the base some added protection from damp compost. For large numbers of plants, pallets may be used for shipping.

Preparation
The nursery will ensure the plant is moist while it's waiting to be picked up. Our quality control team waters the plant before packing them where necessary to make sure that the plant is suitably watered for transport. Plants with long delicate stems are secured with canes to prevent damage.

Plant on Arrival
Typically plants are delivered ready to plant and will take some time to settle, grow and look more like the product image above.

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