Pine Grass typically starts flowering in April.
Pine Grass
Calamagrostis rubescens
Also Known As - Pine Reedgrass,Buckley PinegrassPine Grass (Calamagrostis rubescens) is an attractive ornamental grass native to the pine forests of Europe and western Asia. It has stiff upright tufts topped with showy plumes of olive-green foliage and clusters of silky white, feathery flowers. In spring, these are replaced by fluffy seed heads that persist through autumn. In garden beds, Pine Grass provides a graceful backdrop for other foliage. This species is easy to grow and requires little maintenance, making it a good choice for beginners. It is drought tolerant and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is also deer resistant and attracts bees in the summer.
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Yellow|Purple Flowers
Sun:
Partial Shade
Soil:
Sand, Loam
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Pine Grass (Calamagrostis rubescens) grows best in a moist, well-drained soil and in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered deeply and regularly during the growing season, about once a week, making sure the soil does not dry out but isn’t waterlogged. In hotter months, Pine Grass may need to be watered more frequently to keep it from wilting. During winter months, water less often, only when the leaves start to look dry. Over-watering can cause leaf yellowing and slow growth.
sunlight
Pine Grass (Calamagrostis rubescens) thrives in full sun, 5 to 6 hours a day, for best growth. This native plant thrives in well-drained soils and prefers dry conditions. Pine Grass prefers full sun in the morning, as the leaves can easily dry out during the afternoon heat. For best results, provide some shade during the peak heat of the day in areas with high temperatures. When planted in a shadier location, Pine Grass may become leggy and sparse.
pruning
Pine grass (Calamagrostis rubescens) should be pruned lightly once a year in early spring, before new growth begins. Start by removing any dead or damaged foliage, as well as any old or faded flower heads. Remove any stems that are growing outside the desired shape of the plant. Pruning should be done with shears, and the cuts should be kept clean and as close to the plant base as possible. Prune no more than a third of the foliage to maintain the overall shape of the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
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Starts Flowering
