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Overdam Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam'
Pronunciation: kal-a-ma-GROS-tis ah-KYOO-tih-flor-ah
SKU #01407
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Foliage reaches 2 ft. tall and wide; bloom stalks reach 6 ft. tall.
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| Description | Beautiful yellow-margined foliage with red-brown, feathery summer plumes that turn a rich gold color in fall. Creates a striking vertical effect in the landscape, as an accent or in a dramatic mass planting. Sterile seeds do not produce unwanted seedlings. A stunning addition to cut flower arrangements. Thrives in sunny, dry northern climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Design Ideas | Beautiful yellow-margined foliage with red-brown, feathery summer plumes that turn a rich gold color in fall. Produces a striking vertical effect in the landscape. Use as an accent or a dramatic mass planting. Sterile seeds do not produce unwanted seedlings. A stunning addition to cut flower arrangements. Thrives in sunny, dry northern climates. |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Spirea (Spiraea); Potentilla (Potentilla); Shrub Rose (Rosa); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Aster (Aster) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in rich, moist soils, but highly adaptable. Best foliage and plumes in full sun; benefits from part shade in hottest summer climates. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates dry spells when established. Cut to the ground in late winter just before new shoots appear. |
Details
| Description | Beautiful yellow-margined foliage with red-brown, feathery summer plumes that turn a rich gold color in fall. Creates a striking vertical effect in the landscape, as an accent or in a dramatic mass planting. Sterile seeds do not produce unwanted seedlings. A stunning addition to cut flower arrangements. Thrives in sunny, dry northern climates. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Beautiful yellow-margined foliage with red-brown, feathery summer plumes that turn a rich gold color in fall. Produces a striking vertical effect in the landscape. Use as an accent or a dramatic mass planting. Sterile seeds do not produce unwanted seedlings. A stunning addition to cut flower arrangements. Thrives in sunny, dry northern climates. |
| Flower Color | Brown |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Companion Plants | Spirea (Spiraea); Potentilla (Potentilla); Shrub Rose (Rosa); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Aster (Aster) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in rich, moist soils, but highly adaptable. Best foliage and plumes in full sun; benefits from part shade in hottest summer climates. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates dry spells when established. Cut to the ground in late winter just before new shoots appear. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Overdam Feather Reed Grass produce flowers?
Summer through fall
Is Overdam Feather Reed Grass evergreen or deciduous?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Overdam Feather Reed Grass?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Benefits Birds.
Is Overdam Feather Reed Grass resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Black Walnut Tolerant
How fast does Overdam Feather Reed Grass grow?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Overdam Feather Reed Grass?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass grows in an Clumping habit.
Where can I use Overdam Feather Reed Grass in my landscape?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass is suitable for: Border.
How can I use Overdam Feather Reed Grass in my garden design?
Beautiful yellow-margined foliage with red-brown, feathery summer plumes that turn a rich gold color in fall. Produces a striking vertical effect in the landscape. Use as an accent or a dramatic mass planting. Sterile seeds do not produce unwanted seedlings. A stunning addition to cut flower arrangements. Thrives in sunny, dry northern climates.
What color are Overdam Feather Reed Grass flowers?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass produces Brown flowers.
What color is the foliage of Overdam Feather Reed Grass?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass has Variegated foliage.
What plants grow well with Overdam Feather Reed Grass?
Good companion plants for Overdam Feather Reed Grass include: Spirea (Spiraea); Potentilla (Potentilla); Shrub Rose (Rosa); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Aster (Aster).
How do I care for Overdam Feather Reed Grass?
Thrives in rich, moist soils, but highly adaptable. Best foliage and plumes in full sun; benefits from part shade in hottest summer climates. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates dry spells when established. Cut to the ground in late winter just before new shoots appear.
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