Feather reed grass
Calamagrostis
Ornamental grass with elegant feathery panicles and narrow leaves. Undemanding and hardy, it displays beautiful golden-bronze autumn colours. Perfect for natural gardens and borders, drought-tolerant and cold-hardy.
Stages of growth
Calendar in the garden
How to care
If growing from seedlings, transplant to open ground at 8-12 weeks of age
Не требуется, если вносились удобрения при подготовке почвы
Moderate watering to moisten soil before planting
- •Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil
- •Prepare soil by adding compost or peat
- •Ensure there is no stagnant water
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(5)
Feather reed grass is planted in spring (April-May) or early autumn (September-October) in open ground. Clump division is done in spring or autumn. Seeds can be sown through seedlings in March-April.
After planting, water regularly to maintain soil moisture. Mature plants are drought-tolerant and only need watering during prolonged heat and drought (1-2 times per week). Avoid waterlogging.
Yes, pruning is done in early spring (March-April) before growth starts, cutting old shoots to 5-10 cm height. In autumn, flowering stems can be cut for bouquets while preserving some for ornamental effect. Complete removal of dead stems is done in late autumn or early spring.
Feather reed grass is propagated by clump division (spring or autumn) and from seed (seedlings in March-April or direct sowing in spring). Division is done when plants are well-established (3-4 years after planting).
Feather reed grass is frost-hardy, but in harsh climates it's beneficial to mulch with peat or compost to 10-15 cm height. In spring, remove mulch for better soil warming. Otherwise the plant is undemanding and overwinters without special care.
Role in the garden
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