Calamagrostis 'Lightning Strike'

1GALLON POT

Other Names:  Feather Reed Grass, Overdam Reed Grass

Description:

Dramatic purple-pink plumes rising above creamy white foliage with green margins make an appearance in the early summer months; looks wonderful in fresh or dried flower arrangements, borders, or garden landscapes; drought tolerant once established

Ornamental Features

Lightning Strike Variegated Reed Grass is primarily grown for its highly ornamental fruit. The tan seed heads are carried on showy plumes displayed in abundance from late summer to late winter. Its attractive grassy leaves are creamy white in color with distinctive green edges. The foliage often turns tan in fall. It features bold plumes of pink flowers with lavender overtones rising above the foliage in mid summer. The gold stems can be quite attractive.