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Calamagrostis acutiflora Avalanche
Variegated Feather Reed Grass
A variegated grass with a crisp, central white stripe and a narrow habit, holding its form and colour well throughout the season. White flowerheads fade to pink, followed by tan seedheads. Seeds are sterile.
- » This grass has a slightly arching upright habit and forms a tight clump
- » Leaf blades have a central white stripe, bordered by green
- » Sterile flower plumes emerge light pink changing to a golden tan
- » Foliage and flowers dry and persist through the winter
- » Bloom Time: June to July
- » Flower Height: 125 cm
- » Foliage Height: 70 cm
- » Grass Type: Cool Season
1gal
$24.33
- Category:Grasses
- Hardiness Zone:3
- Height:90-125 cm
- Spread:50-60 cm
- Bloom Color: Pink (pale)
Additional Information about Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Avalanche'
Cool Season Grasses: These grasses do the majority of their growing in early spring and start again when temperatures start to cool in the fall. During the warmer summer months, they stop growing and some will even go dormant. Cool season grasses flower in the spring or early summer. Most cool season grasses grow best in a consistently moist soil.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Avalanche'
Grows best in full sun to partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil, however, will tolerate most soil types. Calamagrostis is drought tolerant, once established. Prune foliage to ground level in the spring to make way for new growth.