Stem Research Display 10

 

This ornamental grass is a clumping, herbaceous plant that comes from Asia and Australia. 

It typically grows 2-3 feet tall and wide, with arching flower plumes that bloom above the leaves in the fall. It thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained soil but can also tolerate some shade and dry conditions. In places like Virginia, it is seen as a new invasive species. People often use it in landscaping as a standout plant, 

in large groups, or along garden borders.

It is a clumping, herbaceous perennial ornamental grass native to Asia and Australia. 

It grows 2-3 ft. tall and wide, with arching flower plumes appearing above the foliage in the fall. 

While preferring full sun and moist, well-drained soils, it is tolerant of light shade and drought conditions. 

In some areas, such as Virginia, it is considered a relatively new invasive species. 

It is often used in landscaping as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, or in bed borders.

 

--Nicole Smith