- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 4 - 5 Inches
- Mature Spread 4 - 5 Inches
- Growing Zones 4 - 8
The unique draw that sets this feather reed grass apart from others is its variegated foliage. The leaves are deep green with a band of white running down the middle. Avalanche has the same narrow, upright form as other feather reed grasses, lending a striking and dramatic interest to the landscape. Feathery plumes top the stalks in summer. They appear first as an airy light purple before aging to a golden tan and persisting into the winter.
Deer-and rabbit-resistant, the Avalanche feather reed grass fits well into mediterranean and rustic garden styles. It has a fast growth rate, so is an excellent way to quickly fill in narrow spaces in the landscape. It works well as a border or backdrop for colorful perennials or annuals but also offers enough interest on its own to be a specimen plant. The flower plumes are also a top grass choice for fresh and dried flower arrangements.
Avalanche Feather Reed Grass Care
Grow the Avalanche feather reed grass in full sun for the most dramatic appearance. It has drought tolerance but prefers moderate moisture. The ideal soil for this grass is average and medium to wet and it can grow well in heavy clay soils. Water the plant deeply during its first season and whenever the top two inches of soil are dry. An annual application of all-purpose fertilizer encourages vigor.
Like many other ornamental grasses, the Avalanche has few pruning requirements. Simply cut back old stems to within a few inches of the ground in early spring just as new growth begins to emerge from the plant base.
Avalanche Feather Reed Grass Spacing
This fast-growing grass is tall and narrow, with foliage reaching a height of about four feet but flower plumes attaining a maximum height closer to six feet. Clumps are only one to two feet wide. As a border, plant individuals every two feet or so. Give them more space if you want them to stand out as a specimen or in a mixed planting.
Avalanche Feather Reed Grass Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Plant Type: |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 4 - 5 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 18 - 24 Inches |
| Spacing: 18 - 24 Inches |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Green |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Mid-July |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous, Variegated |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, White |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: Deer, Rabbit |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Attracts: Birds |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Erosion Control, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Avalanche Feather Reed Grass |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: CALAMAGROSTIS ACUT. `AVALANCHE` |
- SKU:
- 1231003099-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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