In spring into summer appear the curious flowers of this grass which have 2 or 3 large single flower spikelets fused together at the base surrounded by many long hairs and are further enveloped by a pair of large pale-colored spathe-like bracts. Flowers are good in dried arrangements. It has blue-green foliage and very attractive short arching flower stalks that age to a golden wheat color. Drought tolerant. A long lived perennial warm season short grass that grows to 3 to 5 inches tall with soft, gray-green slender curling leaves and spreads slowly by above ground stolons. Use as an accent plant or in mass plantings. In mid-summer to fall appear the purple-red flowers that are earlier and a bit less pink than the more common Gulf Muhly (Muhlenbergia capillaris) and are followed by equally attractive airy seed heads. Tolerant of most soils and irrigation practices from dry to soggy - shorter when kept dry. Full sun to part shade. Also commonly known as Elliot Lovegrass. Phalaris arundinacea 'Feesey's Form' ('Strawberries and Cream') - Ribbon Grass A new form of Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta' with showy pink new growth which ages to nearly pure white. Plant in full to part sun in most any soil and tolerant of heat, cold and humidity. One of the best blue cultivars but does experience a late summer dormancy. Plant not currently in production This is a tough heat-loving grass that has performed well in the dry southwest US and in Texas. Plants can be cut When planting your Pampas Grass choose the best location for this plant to thrive. Plant in full sun. Piptochaetium fimbriatum - Pinyon Ricegrass. Plant in full sun and irrigate occasionally to infrequently. Hardy into USDA zone 4. Plant not currently in production. Good in perennial borders or as an accent plant. Considered by Looks best in southern California if given occasional irrigation. A large plant in our own garden produced only 1 seedling over the course of 3 flowering seasons. Can be planted in USDA zones as low as 5 and is reportedly resistant to browsing by deer. * plus 20 other types of grasses! It has attractive 1/2 inch thick blue-green stem culms (looking a bit like a bamboo) that have nodes spaced about every 6 inches along the culm and with 1 foot long narrow green leaves held rise upright along the stems. This grass seems to be completely evergreen (red) in frost free zones, but goes deciduous with frost and is root hardy to the mid-20's F. Looks best if cut back in late winter to expose new foliage. Pampas Grass is shipped in grower's bunches, typically 4 to 5 stems. Plant Tiger grass in full sun to light shade. Plant in full sun. This attractive grass is fast growing and looks beautiful planted in mediterranean and desert inspired landscapes; but still fits well in more traditional design. A very attractive perennial small clumping warm-season grass that grows with foliage to 1 to 2 feet tall with a 5-8 inch long loose panicle of long awned flowers rising above the foliage in summer. Plant not currently in production Its hardiness in colder climates is unknown. This tussock forming grass grows to 3 feet tall with gracefully arching and feathery inflorescences. We strive to bring you high quality … They are often included with grasses in descriptive lists. Little supplemental irrigation required but can handle more regular irrigation if soil drains well. Introduced by Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania. Height can be curtailed some by careful irrigation. Looks best with occasional watering but will tolerate dry conditions as well. Muhlenbergia dubia - Pine Muhly. Great along a path where foliage can be touched. Plant in full sun in most any soil so long as it is well-drained. Tolerant of most soils and irrigation practices from dry to soggy - shorter when kept dry. Carex - These "grasslike" plants are called sedges. Lomandra – The grass-like plants are listed on their own Lomandra Page. Use in mass in moist well drained soils in full sun to light shade. Muhlenbergia lindheimeri - Lindheimer's Muhly - This very attractive medium/ large grass from Texas forms a mass of fine textured gray foliage 3-4 feet tall. It is semi-evergreen even in colder climates. An elegant evergreen (along coast) mid-sized bunch grass that forms fountain-like growth from tight clumps arching up to 2 feet tall by about as wide with chalky-blue foliage. Cut back the plants when first becoming dormant, or leave as an attractive brown accent until early spring. USDA Zone Info for San Diego… In cool climates the foliage has a late fall seaonal change of color turning orange, gold and burgundy. 'Elijah Blue' - A smaller and tighter medium textured blue fescue that grows to only 8 - 10 inches tall with very nice soft powdery blue color. The foliage forms neat tufted mounds to 15 in. We currently grow grow the following forms. In late summer the vertical shafts of the flower stalks emerge well above the foliage (to 6+ ft) to show off the pale gray flower spikes tipped with small dark purple flowers. Hardy to 0° F. This plant can be used for a moderate to low water requiring lawn in coastal landscapes where there is not much cross traffic. Drought resistant. Miscanthus transmorrisonensis - Evergreen Maiden Grass - This evergreen clumping grass has foliage to 3-4 ft. tall that spreads in all directions producing a 8 ft. wide plant. As with the typical red fountain grass (Pennisetum x advena 'Rubrum') it has purple tassels that in summer rise above the foliage. Maintain plants by removing withered leaves as they appear or by occasionally pulling a steel rake through the foliage. Muhlenbergia reverchonii Undaunted - Ruby Muhly. It forms 2-3 feet tall clumps of thin (3/8” wide) silver-green foliage and late season bronzy flower plumes that rise above the foliage to 5 feet tall. Plant in full sun and water occasionally. Useful along the coast in full sun or light shade inland. Has proven to be moderately drought resistant and makes a good edging plant. Hardy to 0°F or less. It has blue-green foliage that turns purplish-red in the fall and showy pink flowers that rise a foot above the foliage in the spring and summer with spent flowers still attractive into winter. Lygeum spartum - False Esparto Grass. The flowers look very attractive in dry arrangements.Plant not currently in production The pink tinged flowers emerge in spring on narrow erect panicles held 2 ft. or more above foliage. Plant in well drained soil in a sunny position and water occasionally for best results. A large upright grass that spreads slowly on short rhizomes and grows to 6 to 15 feet tall, with ultimate size dependent on cultural conditions such as soil, fertilizer and irrigation practices. Agropyron scabrum - New Zealand Blue Grass - This small grass from New Zealand has chalk grey-blue foliage that lays flat on the ground. A good groundcover unmowed or mowed. Plant in full sun to light shade. In these areas it is best to trim plants back close to the ground in late winter. It is graced with arching 5-6 ft tall golden spikes that arch up and out from the foliage. Sesleria 'Campo Azul' - Campo Azul Moor Grass. Sesleria 'Greenlee' - John Greenlee's Moor Grass. It grows only about 6 inches tall with fine-textured gray-green leaves with dainty flowers held horizontally like small purple flags on stems that rise above the foliage in early summer and hold seed heads into fall. This plant is often confused with M. sinensis 'Zebrinus' although from our experience 'Strictus' is a superior plant. Bothriochloa barbinodis- Cane Bluestem - This deciduous warm season native grass can be found from the desert to the coast in southern California and as far east as Oklahoma. Leymus arenarius 'Findhorn' - A compact cultivar of Leymus arenarius (see above) growing to 1 foot tall. The light tan flowers are on erect spikes that rise a foot above the foliage in summer. This is a tough heat-loving grass that has performed well in the dry southwest US and in Texas. It has steely-blue upright foliage to 3-4 ft tall that turns a nice yellow color in fall and attractive airy pink-tinged flowers that rise a foot or more above the foliage in mid-summer. Looks best with an occasional watering. This plant will make a dramatic statement in any garden. Plant in full sun or light shade and give occasional irrigation. Hardy into USDA zone 4. Dwarf Pampas Grass (Cortaderia) Prices start at : 35.95 USD / 3 GAL Dwarf Pampas Grass is one of the most hardy and showy forms of pampas grass featuring silvery-cream, silky plumes on a short, … Looks best with occasional watering but will tolerate dry conditions as well. Ornamental grasses are great accent and specimen plants for the garden. Muhlenbergia lindheimeri - Lindheimer's Muhly - This very attractive medium/ large grass from Texas forms a mass of fine textured gray foliage 3-4 feet tall. Use as an accent plant or in mass plantings. [P. setaceum 'Rubrum', Hort] Chrysopogon zizanioides 'Sunshine - Vetiver. A beautiful landscape specimen prized for its handsome fall flowers. Once established Deer Grass can go the entire summer without water, which also regulates its ultimate height. This grass features one focal bloom per stem. Water sparingly if at all. Water sparingly or regularly. arrangements. Plant not currently in production A large plant in our own garden produced only 1 seedling over the course of 3 flowering seasons. Plant in full sun to light shade. One of the most attractive ornamental grasses that we grow! Molinia may not perform as well in southern California but is so beautiful we feel the need to grow it for those who want to try to push the limits of this beautiful grass's tolerances. Although this plant can grow in full sun to deep shade, its beautiful orange coloring is most apparent in the full sun. Plant in full sun to part shade where it can tolerate both drought or frequent irrigation. A small native California bunch grass to 6 inches tall clumping to 2 feet wide with very attractive narrow chalky-blue leaf blades. Bamboo - these woody grasses are listed seperately at Bamboo Native to South America. Anemanthele lessoniana- (Oryzopsis lessoniana, Stipa arundinacea) A beautiful orange-brown grass from New Zealand that is related to North American grasses such as Indian Rice Grass and the Needlegrass. The vertical leaf blades emerge a lime-green color in spring with a hint of red at the tips. Plant not currently in production. Plant in full sun. Plant in full to part sun in most any soil and tolerant of heat, cold and humidity. We have never had this plant produce any seedlings in our gardens or crop areas.Plant not currently in production, Cortaderia selloana 'Pumila' - Dwarf Pampas Grass - Smaller, finer textured version of C. selloana reaching 4-6 ft. tall with 6-7 ft. flower spikes. Previously seedling grown, there are now many fine cultivars to be found. The foliage of this grass reaches to nearly 2 feet tall with the flowers topping 3 feet. Saccharum ravennae 'Erianthus' will grow in colder regions down to a zone 6. Also check out the following grass resources. Looks best in southern California if given occasional irrigation. Plant in full sun with regular garden watering; it will take drought when established. reliable bloom, and tidy appearance through the summer. Hardy to Zone 4. In late summer into mid fall appear airy pink flower spikes, arching above the foliage by about one and a half feet. It is a cool season evergreen clump forming grass that grows to 2 feet tall with blue-gray leaves radiating out like a bristly porcupine. 'Gracillimus' - Maiden Grass - A large grass to 6 ft. tall with a thin leaf blade, giving it a finer texture than the other Miscanthus (except 'Morning Light'). Large plants in full flower are a spectacular sight. 60-144" tall (5-12 ft) x 48-72" wide (4-6 ft). Austrostipa ramosissima - Pillar of Smoke - A tall growing cool-season evergreen grass has columnar growth habit to 6 feet tall with bright green foliage and showy flowers that bloom along the inflorescence in such a way that the illusion of a pillar of smoke is created. Introduced by Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania. Flowers occur late spring through winter. 'Azurit' - This blue-silver medium textured fescue is one of our favorites because it seems to have the best summer color of the blue fescue. Hardy to at least -10 °and useful in USDA Zones 6-10 - some report good in zone 5 (-20 °F) as well. In mid summer emerger the 2-3' tall narrow wands bearing purplish flowers that fade to reddish brown with age. Festuca rubra 'Point Joe' - Point Joe Fescue. Needs occasional water and a warm spot - Recovers slowly from even a mildly cold winter and might be better used as an annual. Hardy to USDA Zone 7 (0-10 F°). As this goes agiant the will of the nursery that found this plant we will stick with the name 'Eaton Canyon'. In late fall and into winter the foliage tips are decorated with masses of small flowers that give the plant a pale pinkish-green cast. Excellent for dramatic accent and erosion control. Plant not currently in production Plant in full sun. An elegant evergreen (along coast) mid-sized bunch grass that forms fountain-like growth from tight clumps arching up to 2 feet tall by about as wide with chalky-blue foliage. Good for erosion control and beachside conditions. As with the other Cortaderia, 'Gold Band' is tolerant of both heat and cold. Leymus arenarius 'Glaucus' - Blue Rye or European Dune Grass - This native to northern Europe is a vigorous semi-deciduous spreading (rhizomatous) grass with 2-3 ft. tall upright blue-gray blades: For many years sold erroneously as Elymus glaucus which is a native California grass. Smaller-growing than the species, to only 2 feet tall, and rarely flowering. Will reseed in the irrigated garden. Pennisetum alopecuroides `Moudry' - Black Fountain Grass - This lush grass grows in a clump to 2 feet tall with rich glossy leaves 1/2 to 3/4 inches wide. It is a densely growing rhizomatous grass to 2-3 ft. tall in a dry location, larger if given regular watering. Since it is Cortaderia selloana cultivar however, as a cultivar of what is considered to be an invassive weed species we decided to no longer grow this beautiful large grass and now only enjoy it in our own garden Setaria palmifolia - Palm Grass - Large coarse evergreen grass to 6 ft. tall with an equal spread. A great plant in a natural setting or meadow garden. Although it is drought resistant, it looks best with occasional watering. This grass forms wispy tufts to 2 ft tall and as wide of bright green thread-like leaves. Plant not currently in production Helictotrichon sempervirens - Blue Oat Grass - This stunning European grass has been one of the most popular plants we have grwon for many years. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Sometimes referred to as California's native replacement for Pampas Grass. A very attractive plant for use as a low groundcover or a container plant. Excellent ground cover in sun and part shade. Drought resistant. Flower spikes emerge in warm weather and grow to 8 ft. tall. A large upright grass that spreads slowly on short rhizomes and grows to 6 to 15 feet tall, with ultimate size dependent on cultural conditions such as soil, fertilizer and irrigation practices. Originally thought to be a sterile plant (posibly a male cultivar) Cortaderia selloana 'Pumilla' is now known to produce some viable seed. Absolutely the showiest of the variegated Pampas Grasses. Back lit, this green and red combination is spectacular. Best in full sun with regular water in a well-drained soil but tolerates considerable periods without irrigation and near seaside conditions. Smaller than 'Karl Foerster'. Based on its presumed parentage and the few years of observation in gardens, this grass seems tolerant of a wide range of conditions - moist to fairly dry conditions, sun to light shade with some protection in hotter inland locations and should also prove frost hardy down to around 0 °F and useful in gardens from USDA zones 5 and above. Plant not currently in production Plant in full sun to light shade in most any soil type and irrigate occasionally to infrequently - has proven to be a low water requiring grass in many locations but could use an occasional watering in dry southern California. Free shipping. Glyceria maxima 'Variegata' - Variegated Manna Grass - This rhizomatous grass has bright cream-yellow-striped leaves, often flushed pink when young. Plant in full sun and irrigate occasionally to infrequently. 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