Distinguishing traits. Commonly described as the grass in perpetual motion, feather reed grass brings together two great architectural qualities: vertical reach and movement. The light feathery foliage ebbs and sways with any amount of wind, enabling any landscape to appear more dynamic and responsive to the forces of nature.
While this grass grows to a height of 2-3’, the subtle pink foliage rosettes that appear in June can reach over 5’. By fall, the color has matured into a beautiful golden wheat hue and should remain so until snow comes, or even after. Keep an eye out now for a glimpse of its perfect tan lustre.