.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Overdam' Feather Reed Grass, Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam' Description A hardy ornamental grass featuring tall, feathery plumes and upright, narrow foliage. Its striking appearance adds texture and movement to gardens and landscapes throughout the season. Suggested Uses Ideal for border plantings, meadow gardens, naturalized areas, and container displays. Perfect for creating a modern, sleek look or softening garden edges. Plant Details Botanical Name: Overdam' Feather Reed Grass, Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam' Common Name: Overdam' Feather Reed Grass Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 feet in height with a spread of 2-3 feet, with a vigorous growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Upright, narrow grassy leaves Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall Growth Rate: Moderate to fast Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including butterflies and bees Indoor Friendly: No, prefers outdoor conditions Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Harmful if ingested by pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes, for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Native grasses, perennials, ornamental shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, in well-drained soil, at a depth equal to the root ball height. Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist but not waterlogged during the establishment period; drought tolerant once established. Soil Type: Prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soils Humidity: Average home humidity is sufficient Pruning Instructions: Cut back after flowering to promote tidy appearance and growth Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones for protection Planting Depth: Same as root ball depth, typically 2-3 inches below soil surface Fertilization: Apply in early spring with balanced fertilizer; minimal feeding required Special Care: Divide in early spring or late fall for rejuvenation
