- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 9 - 12 Feet
- Width 6 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 5-9
Colder climates have a hard time growing true pampas grass (Cortaderia Selloana). Ravenna Grass or hardy pampas grass is the answer. Structurally this grass is very similar in size and shape with tall white wispy plumes, but it can handle negative degree weather, unlike its original counterpart. Ravenna Grass is in another genus and species altogether. Erianthus ravennae is a hardy perennial to zones 5 to 9. These are one of the tallest ornamental grasses on the market reaching 9 to 12 feet tall.
This grass is native to Southern Europe and North Africa. When planting, make sure to site this grass correctly because it can get very large. It works great functionally to screen eyesores or it has a more ornamental value when used as a mixed border or used in a dried flower arrangement. Be aware that in warmer southern zones 8 and above this grass self-seeds freely and has a tendency to be invasive. Ideally, Ravenna grass is geared more toward the more northern gardening zones where its growth is more in check.
Ravenna Grass Care
This grass thrives in full sun and has average soil and watering needs. Areas that have more moisture with periods of dryness are preferred. Err on the side of caution with fertilizer. Too much fertilizer can cause stems to flop over. Adding an annual topdressing of compost will do the trick. In early Spring, cut back dead foliage to 6 inches above the crown. A new flush of growth will arise from the thatch.
The most enjoyable part of this plant is when it has gone dormant in the Fall. All winter long dried golden brown plumes of grass wave in the wind. Think outside the box and recycle the dried grass stalks into free mulch for your vegetable garden when you clean up in the Spring.
Ravenna Grass Spacing
Ensure that this grass has room to grow. It is not only tall vertically, but it can reach 6 feet in diameter. The dense clumps of grass make for a phenomenal green wall. Space plants 72 to 96 inches apart in the landscape and enjoy!
Ravenna Grass Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
| Plant Type: Perennial Grass |
| Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 9 - 12 Feet |
| Mature Width: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Seasonal Interest: Late Summer |
| Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Resists: Deer |
| Tolerates: Drought |
| Features: Cut Flowers, Deadheading Not Necessary, Foliage Interest, Low Maintenance |
| Uses: Border Plant Cut Flower Dried Flower Specimen or Focal Point |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Erianthus ravennae |
- SKU:
- ERIRA
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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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations