Structural grass · Sunny gardens
Growing conditions
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Average to dry (adaptable)
Plant details
- Size: ~4–6 ft tall × 1.5–2 ft wide
- Blooms: Mid-late summer
- Deer resistant: Yes
Why we love it
- Upright form anchors the garden while adding movement and soft sound
- Airy cloud-like flowers appear in summer, followed by seed heads that persist into fall and winter
- Multi-season interest—green in summer, turning yellow-orange in fall and brown in winter
Why wildlife loves it
- Seeds are an important food source for birds and small mammals
- Vase-like shape provides shelters and cover
- Host plant for skipper butterflies and several moth species
Fun to see
- This grass is wind-pollinated—look for fine pollen structures suspended along the stems.
What to expect at pickup
Ground covers and ferns are sold as young, well rooted plugs. Shrubs are sold in 1 gallon containers.
Because this is a fall collection, some plants may have limited foliage or may be beginning to enter dormancy at pickup. This is a normal seasonal change. Their roots are healthy and ready to establish after planting.
Before you order
All orders are for pickup at the Montclair Farmers Market.
• Choose your pickup Saturday at checkout
• Orders must be picked up on that date
• Plants are living and may vary in appearance
• All sales are final once plants are picked up
• Please check your plants at pickup — we can only address issues at that time
