Berrybank Nursery, 5 Boggs Holdings, Pencaitland, East Lothian, EH34 5BA
Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'

Synonym(s): Calamagrostis 'Stricta' Common Name: 'Feather reed grass'

A valuable robust, non-invasive clump-forming grass with arching green leaves and long-lasting bronze flowering panicles which fade to pale brown. The narrow flower spikes of this grass give a strong vertical appearance, particularly in early winter. Jul-Sep. H180cm S60cm.

£8.00 - £14.00

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Care Instructions

Easy to grow in most moist, humus-rich, well-drained fertile soils in sun or partial shade, but will tolerate all but the poorest soils. Use as a specimen or plant in large drifts. 

  • Grasses & Bamboos
  • Good as cut flower
  • Good for partial shade
  • Good for sun
  • Good for clay
  • Good for dry soil
  • Good for well-drained soil
  • Good for autumn
  • Good for summer
  • Over 1.2m
Plant No: 449

About Us

Macplants have been growing top-quality perennials and alpines in East Lothian since 1979. We specialise in hardy perennials and grow one of the UK's widest ranges. Of particular note are our collections of Himalayan Blue Poppies (Meconopsis), autumn Gentians, Sanguisorbas, Hostas plus over 50 varieties of perennial Geraniums. 

Our Contacts

Berrybank Nursery,
5 Boggs Holdings,
Pencaitland
East Lothian
EH34 5BA

01875 592871