Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Eldorado'

FEATHER REED GRASS

Deciduous Grass / Grass-Like, Perennial

This variation of the more widely grown Karl Foerster feather reed grass is treasured for the golden variegation of its foliage. It shares the highly valued traits of its close cousin: drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, low maintenance, and a narrow non-flopping growth habit. Not as commonly grown, so a bit harder to locate in the nurseries—keep your eye out for it and grab it when you see it!

Growing Conditions

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Low

Description

Size: 48 - 66 tall x 18 - 30 wide
Shape / Form: Columnar / Narrow, Upright
Foliage Texture: Fine
Foliage Quality: Fine

Features: Attracts Bees, Dwarf / Compact Plant, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Attractive Foliage, Long Blooming, Low Maintenance, Winter Interest

Foliage Color: Green, Variegated, Yellow / Gold

Flower Color: Ivory / Cream
Bloom Season: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Summer


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Container, Cutting Garden, Hedges and Screens, Mixed Border, Small Gardens
Special Situations: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Tough / Fool-Proof
Wildlife: Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Summer, Fall, Pleasing Seasonal Changes, Late Spring / Early Summer, Late Fall / Early Winter, Three Seasons of Interest
Plant Behavior: Clumping, Well Behaved / Companionable
Collections: eGardenGo Favorite, Plants That Earn Their Keep

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: low, medium

Plant Combos