Chasmanthium latifolium 'River Mist' PP20643 (20)ct Ellepots
Common Name: Variegated Northern Sea Oats, River Oats.
Zones 5 to 8;
Full Sun to full shade.
Mature size 30 to 36 inch height, spreads 24 to 36 inches.
Growth Rate: Moderate; Easy to grow
'River Mist' grows and looks much like the species but has bright green and white striped bamboo-like foliage. In late summer, silvery green, oat-like seed heads are produced on arching stems. The seeds turn copper in the fall and make an interesting addition to cut flower bouquets. Like the species, this plant tends to reseed but the seedlings will come up green, so youâll want to relocate them to another part of your garden.
Farwest Show -- Favorite Perennial/Grass 2009
Plantarium Gold Medal 2009
Boskoop Royal Horticultural Society Gold Medal 2009
Chasmanthium latifolium is native to the wooded slopes and damp forests of southeastern North America, from Texas north to Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Northern Sea Oats is a clumping grass that is treasured for its showy, drooping flowers and unique bamboo-like foliage. Its tendency to reseed makes it an ideal choice for mass plantings. The seed heads also make interesting cut flowers in both fresh and dried arrangements.
Chasmanthium latifolium is tolerant of most conditions from sun to shade, and wet to dry locations. However, it will do best in moist soil and part shade. When the seeds are mature, they can be picked for fresh or dried flower arrangements.
Attributes: border plants, containers, cut and dried flowers, erosion control, mass planting. Deer resistant. for shipment to CA |
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