When we think of grass, we envision a well-manicured lawn, right? Well grass, if left to grow to seed would look very different; and it is these differences that have caught the eye of many people.

"Ornamental grass" traditionally has meant "lawn," a cropped, carpet-like expanse of green. In recent years, the definition has widened to include ornamental grasses from native landscapes and far-off ...

If you want your ornamental grass to grow back strong and healthy in spring, you're going to want to prune it during the fall ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are dozens of ornamental grasses in the United States. There are just about as many reasons why you should consider adding ornamental ...

Tips to keep your grasses thriving in your garden. Deb W. of Santa Rosa asks: I have quite a few ornamental grasses in my landscape and could use a few tips to keep them looking their best. I have ...

My neighbors always cut down their ornamental grasses in fall. I like the look of them in winter. When should they be cut? A: The plants don't care either way. Just get the deed done some time before ...

I have a love-hate relationship with ornamental grasses. These graceful grasses have been a landscape staple for decades. Prized for their structure, texture and easy care, they are frequently found ...

Hakonechloa macra, commonly called hakone grass or Japanese forest grass, is an underused perennial in shade gardens. This small, elegant ornamental grass shows off its cascading form while spreading ...

Drought resistant, low maintenance, colorful, and versatile are a few of the attributes of ornamental grasses. There are many kinds of ornamental grasses most of which are perennials although many are ...