Korean Feather Reed Grass
Calamagrostis brachytricha
Graceful and airy, Korean Feather Reed Grass brings soft texture and movement to the late-season garden. In late summer, tall stems rise above the foliage with feathery, pink-tinged flower plumes that shimmer in the sunlight before maturing to soft tan seed heads that persist into fall.
This elegant ornamental grass forms a neat clump of arching green foliage and adds beautiful structure to borders, naturalized plantings, and mixed perennial beds.
🌾 Why You’ll Love It
Soft, feathery pink plumes in late summer
Excellent texture and movement in the garden
Attractive seed heads for fall interest
Upright yet graceful clumping habit
Low maintenance
🌿 Plant Details
Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
Flower Color: Pink maturing to tan
Foliage: Arching green blades
Habit: Clumping, upright with arching plumes
Light Requirement: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained
Hardiness Zones: 4–9
📏 Size
Height: 3–4 ft (up to 4–5 ft in bloom)
Width/Spread: 2–3 ft
🌼 Uses
Mixed perennial borders
Prairie-style plantings
Naturalized areas
Accent plantings
Late-season garden interest
💡 Garden Tip:
Leave the plumes standing through winter for added texture and wildlife interest, then cut the plant back to a few inches above the ground in early spring before new growth emerges.