{"product_id":"korean-feather-reed-grass","title":"Korean Feather Reed Grass","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-647219cd-7fff-12d3-32aa-30ecc016f916\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorean Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCalamagrostis brachytricha\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-4' tall × 2-3' wide (flower plumes to 5')\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Cool-season ornamental grass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDrought Tolerant: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate – more drought tolerant than it appears; prefers moderate moisture but adapts to drier conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFlower Color\/Bloom Time: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvery-pink to purple-tinged feathery plumes fading to buff, August–October\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWildlife Benefits: Seed heads attract birds; dense foliage provides cover for insects and small wildlife; late-season pollinator interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorean Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis brachytricha) is a graceful, clump-forming ornamental grass distinguished from most other ornamental grasses by its exceptional tolerance for shade and partial shade — a rare trait in the grass world that makes it invaluable for difficult, low-light garden situations. Unlike its close relative Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis acutiflora), which demands full sun, Korean Feather Reed Grass performs admirably in dappled shade, woodland edges, and north-facing borders while also tolerating full sun in cooler climates. It adapts well to a range of soils including moist, average, and moderately dry conditions in Spokane.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKorean Feather Reed Grass forms an upright, arching clump of bright green foliage that remains handsome through the growing season. In August, it produces an exceptionally showy display of fluffy, softly arching plumes in a distinctive silvery-pink to light purple hue — one of the most beautiful and unique flower colors available in ornamental grasses. These plumes gradually fade to a warm buff tan as they mature and persist attractively through fall and into winter. Autumn foliage transitions to soft gold-tan tones. The overall form and movement of the plant is elegant and naturalistic, avoiding the stiff upright quality of some reed grasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe late-season bloom of Korean Feather Reed Grass coincides with the peak of pollinator season and the beginning of fall migration, making it particularly valuable for wildlife. The showy plumes attract native bees and other late-season pollinators, while the maturing seed heads provide food for finches, sparrows, and other seed-eating birds through fall and into winter. The dense, upright clumps offer nesting cover and habitat for beneficial insects. Its value as a late-season resource makes it a meaningful addition to wildlife-friendly gardens in the Spokane area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shade tolerance of Korean Feather Reed Grass opens up planting possibilities unavailable to most ornamental grasses. It is outstanding for woodland garden edges, shaded borders under high-branching trees, north-facing slopes, and transitions between sun and shade in the landscape. In sunnier locations it pairs well with other ornamental grasses and perennials including Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass, Coneflower, Aster, Rudbeckia, and Switchgrass. It is an especially valuable companion for shade-garden favorites such as Hosta, Astilbe, and Solomon's Seal. Cut back to 4\"–6\" in early spring before new growth emerges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-adc1aea7-7fff-2375-0980-1acf73bf191d\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cimg style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/5440\/9961\/files\/Screenshot_2026-02-01_095626.png?v=1769968602\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Walter's Gardens","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":50590226153705,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/5440\/9961\/files\/Calamagrostisbrachytricha0004lowres.jpg?v=1773017852","url":"https:\/\/www.tanagergreenhouse.com\/products\/korean-feather-reed-grass","provider":"Tanager, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}