One And A Half Flowered Reedgrass typically starts flowering in May.
One And A Half Flowered Reedgrass
Calamagrostis sesquiflora
Also Known As - Rainier ReedgrassOne and a Half Flowered Reedgrass (Calamagrostis sesquiflora) is an ornamental perennial grass native to Central and Southern Europe. It is a robust grass that grows quickly and can reach heights of up to 6 feet. The sturdy stems are topped with clusters of purplish-pink flowers that bloom in spring. The waterside foliage is a bluish shade of gray and is characterized by its yellow tips. This plant is perfect for adding texture and color to meadows, wetlands, and dry climates. It is hardy and easy to maintain, requiring little more than occasional trimming. In addition to making for an attractive garden feature, the grass is also loved by wildlife for its breeding grounds, nesting sites, and food sources.
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Flowers:
Purple Flowers
Sun:
full sun
Soil:
Sand
Fruits:
red,brown Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Reporting from the National Arboretum, One and a Half Flowered Reedgrass (Calamagrostis sesquiflora) should be watered every 7-10 days in the hot summer months and every 2 weeks during the cooler months. Water enough to thoroughly moisten the soil, but stop when it begins to pool at the surface. During the summer months, One and a Half Flowered Reedgrass will also benefit from light misting a few times per week.
sunlight
Calamagrostis sesquiflora, or One And A Half Flowered Reedgrass, is a plant species that generally requires full sun in order to thrive. For optimal health and growth, this species should have at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It is best to give this plant as much sunlight as possible during peak sunlight hours, which is usually from mid-morning until mid-afternoon. In the winter months, however, it is preferable to provide the plant with as much direct sunlight as possible.
pruning
When it comes to pruning One and a Half Flowered Reedgrass, the best time to prune is when the plant is actively growing in the spring and summer months. Pruning should be done when the grass has reached your desired height, width, or shape. Depending on the growth amount, it might need to be trimmed up to 3 times per season. Prune with sterile pruners as close to the ground as possible, taking off no more than 1-third of the top growth at a time to prevent shock to the plant. Make sure the blade of the pruners is sharp so that the cuts are clean and reduce the risk of the grass becoming infected. If pruning to control the width and height, focus on pruning the oldest stems first. Never trim below 2 inches — this will cause undue stress to the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Calamagrostis sesquiflora typically begins in July and continues through August.
