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Calamagrostis

Scientific name :

Calamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

Light Requirements :

Sun, Partial shade

Height :

1.50 m

Width :

75 cm

Color :

Beige

Watering :

Prefers well-drained soil. Tolerates poor and dry soils.

Maintenance :

Prune the foliage late in the fall or early in the spring. Add compost at the base of the plants in the spring.

Usage :

Massif, Plate-bande, Haie

Bloom Time :

All summer, All fall

Hardiness :

4

Description :

The calamagrostis 'Karl Foerster' has quickly become an essential plant in landscaping in Quebec. This grass with long, airy spikes that transform into wheat brings a lot of structure and dynamism to a plant association. A fast-growing plant that forms very defined massifs and hedges. The foliage appears very early in the spring, as soon as the snow has melted. Other varieties available at the same price, see selection in store.

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