Karl Foerster feather reed grass, one of the most popular ornamental grasses, is a familiar sight here in the Midwest. It's used extensively, both in home gardens and in commercial landscapes. No ...
When choosing perennials for our gardens we set high standards. We search for plants with attractive foliage, delightful flowers, showy seed heads, impressive fall color and winter interest. We look ...
Ornamental grasses are an often-overlooked group of herbaceous perennials that thrive here, and will add beauty to your landscape with minimal effort. View full size ThinkstockSome ornamental grasses, ...
Ornamental grasses bring to mind the wind blowing across the prairie, creating a living sea of softness. One in particular stands out with its cloud of pink seed blooms moving above green blades. Pink ...
Melinda Myers, a horticulturist and gardening expert, describes this ornamental grass as a compact version of the native ...
The Perennial Plant Association has selected Feather Reed Grass, cultivar Karl Foerster, as the 2001 Perennial Plant of the Year. Feather reed grass is an outstanding plant for the garden and ...
Whether big or small, ponds are a brilliant addition to any garden if you're looking to attract more wildlife. Insects, birds, and small amphibians and mammals all appreciate a reliable source of ...
NO GARDEN IS complete without at least a few deciduous ornamental grasses. These elegant, flowing plants are usually drought-tolerant, generally pest-free and require little care. Impossible to shear ...
They catch the sunlight, sway and rustle in the breeze. In fall, ornamental grasses are in their glory as they turn shades of gold, bronze and ruby. You may pass the same way every day, suddenly ...
Learn gardening in Stone Ridge WHAT: Ornamental grass and perennial division workshops WHEN: Ornamental Grass, April 26 from 10 a.m. to noon; Perennials, May 10 from 10 a.m. to noon WHERE: Xeriscape ...
Maiden grass spreads prolifically through wind-dispersed seeds and vigorous underground rhizomes, making it hard to remove ...