<p>Often overlooked and underused, ferns can fill many roles in the garden. In shady or wet conditions that may be unsuitable for other plants there are ferns that will thrive. Many can provide&nbsp;a lush tropical foliage effect that's hard to accomplish with hardy plants, and add&nbsp;subtle color and bold texture in shade. Some make great groundcovers for a woodland&nbsp;setting, and some&nbsp;are evergreen or semi-evergreen, providing an extended season of interest.</p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="175" src="/system/files/u5/Acorus_calamus_Variegatus.jpg" /><strong>Acorus calamus Variegatus </strong></p>
<p><strong>Sweet Flag&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Needs consistently moist soil, afternoon shade. Attractive green and white striped iris-like foliage. Grows in shallow water.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-24&quot; Space: 12-18&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="178" height="177" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Acorus_Oborozuki.jpg" /><strong>Acorus gramineus Oborozuki </strong></p>
<p><strong>Grassy Leaved Sweet Flag&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Bright yellow and green striped grass-like leaves in fan shaped clumps. Likes moisture and will thrive in wet gardens and ponds.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 10-12&quot; Space: 10-14&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="175" src="/system/files/u5/Acorus_Ogon.jpg" /><strong>Acorus gramineus Ogon </strong></p>
<p><strong>Grassy Leaved Sweet Flag&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Slow spreading, fan shaped clumps of grass like leaves striped green and gold. Will adapt well to the garden or containers.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 10&quot; &nbsp;Space: 10-12&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="178" height="177" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Arundo_donax_Variegata.jpg" /><strong>Arundo donax Variegata </strong></p>
<p><strong>Giant Reed Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 6</strong></p>
<p>Spectacular variegated form with tall stout stalks bearing 3&quot; wide leaves with striking white to cream stripes. Show stopping grass.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-7'&nbsp; Space: 3-5'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="165" height="208" src="/system/files/u5/Calamagrostis_Avalance.jpg" /><strong>Calamagrostis acutiflora Avalanche </strong></p>
<p><strong>Feather Reed Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Essentialy a variegated Karl Foerster. White centered leaves, narrow upright habit. The flowers open in June, remain through fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-42&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Calamagrostis_Eldorado.jpg" /><strong>Calamagrostis acutiflora Eldorado </strong></p>
<p><strong>Feather Reed Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Narrow dark green leaves have bright gold central stripe. Feathery flower plumes start early summer lasting well into fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-60&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="170" height="197" src="/system/files/u5/Calamagrostis_Karl_Foerster_walters.jpg" /><strong>Calamagrostis acutiflora Karl Foerster </strong></p>
<p><strong>Feather Red Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>2001 Perennial of the Year. Narrow clumps of soft green. Flowers rise in June become rosy purple in July then straw-like gold by Aug.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36-60&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="181" height="175" src="/system/files/u5/Calamagrostis_Overdam.jpg" /><strong>Calamagrostis acutiflora Overdam</strong></p>
<p><strong>Feather Reed Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Essentialy a variegated Karl Foerster. White edged leaves, narrow upright habit. The flowers open in June, remain through fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-36&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Calamagrostis_brachytricha.jpg" /><strong>Calamagrostis brachytricha</strong></p>
<p><strong>Korean Feather Reed Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Later blooming species with gorgeous, fluffy pink tinged flowers in August. Seed heads look great through winter. An underused gem.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-42&quot;&nbsp; Space: 30-42&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="175" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_buchananii.jpg" /><strong>Carex buchananii </strong></p>
<p><strong>Leatherleaf Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 6</strong></p>
<p>A unique grass-like plant with exceptional reddish bronze color. May or may not over- winter, but unlike any other ornamental.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-30&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-18&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_Kaga_Nishiki.jpg" /><strong>Carex dolichostachya Kaga Nishiki</strong></p>
<p><strong>Gold Fountain Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Evergreen, narrow, dark green leaves with bright gold edges in graceful, arching clumps. Insignificant, brown spring flowers.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-18&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="189" height="177" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_elata_Aurea.jpg" />&nbsp;<strong>Carex elata Aurea </strong></p>
<p><strong>Bowle's Golden Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Brilliant yellow selection with a very thin vertical stripe. Great in masses and as contrasting accent to hostas and heucheras.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-24&quot;&nbsp; Space: 8-12&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="183" height="175" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_Bunny_Blue.jpg" /><strong>Carex laxiculmis Bunny Blue&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Loose Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Strong growing clump former will naturalize. Silvery blue foliage. Makes excellent groundcover for shady beds.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 10-12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_Ice_Dance.jpg" /><strong>Carex morrowii Ice Dance</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Grass Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Excellent, easy to grow, tough groundcover. Dark green grass-like leaves have wide white edge. Evergreen. Prolific multiplier.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-16&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="177" height="178" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_Silver_Sceptre.jpg" /><strong>Carex morrowii Silver Sceptre</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Quite different than Ice Dance with narrower arching blades and wider white margins. Slow spreader has an overall silver appearance.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-18&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Carex_Oehme.jpg" /><strong>Carex muskingumensis Oehme</strong></p>
<p><strong>Palm Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Pronounced &quot;Oh Me&quot;. Variegated selection with dark green, gold edged leaves. Dense habit and unique form. Great groundcover.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-24&quot;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="179" height="178" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/carex_evergold_2.jpg" />&nbsp;<strong>Carex oshimensis Evergold</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Sedge&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Dense clump former grown for foliage effect. Arching, grass-like leaves are bright creamy yellow with with narrow dark green border.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-10&quot;&nbsp; Space: 10-14&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Chasmanthium_latifolium.jpg" /><strong>Chasmanthium latifolium</strong></p>
<p><strong>Northern Sea Oats&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 3</strong></p>
<p>One of the few grasses that performs well in shade. Appreciated for it's ornamental seed heads which stand out above the foliage.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 2-4'&nbsp; Space: 14-18&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="182" src="/system/files/u5/Chasmanthium_River_Mist.jpg" /><strong>Chasmanthium latifolium River Mist&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Northern Sea Oats&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Break-through selection finally offers a tall variegated grass for shade. Striking green and white foliage (and seed heads).</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-36&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="177" height="178" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Deschampsia_Northern_lights.jpg" /><strong>Deschampsia caespitosa Northern Lights</strong></p>
<p><strong>Tufted Hair Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Dense tufts of very narrow blades striped in creamy-white &amp; green with pink tinged tips. Graceful, airy flower panicles in summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-24&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="188" src="/system/files/u5/Erianthus-ravennae-2.jpg" /><strong>Erianthus ravennae - aka Saccharum</strong></p>
<p><strong>Hardy Pampas, Ravenna or Plume Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Grown mainly for the late season display of huge flowers plumes that rise high above the clump of leaves starting in August.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-12'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="181" src="/system/files/u5/Festuca_Boulder_Blue.jpg" /><strong>Festuca glauca Boulder Blue</strong></p>
<p><strong>Blue Fescue&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Dwarf form is shorter than Elijah Blue with the same intense blue color. Soft gray-blue flowers form in June. Excellent edging plant.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 8&quot;&nbsp; Space: 10-14&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="177" height="177" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Festuca_Elijah_Blue.jpg" /><strong>Festuca glauca Elijah Blue</strong></p>
<p><strong>Blue Fescue&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Low-growing, mound-forming ornamental grass with fine textured silver-blue leaves. Late spring flowers for additional interest.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 8-12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 8-12&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="178" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Hakonechloa-macra-All-Gold.jpg" /><strong>Hakonechloa macra All Gold</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Forest Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Graceful, slow spreading grass with flowing, weeping habit. Fantastic planted in masses. This yellow selection is the most vigorous.</p>
<p>Light to moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-16&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" align="left" width="177" height="178" alt="" src="/system/files/u5/Hakonechloa_macra_Aureola.jpg" /><strong>Hakonechloa macra Aureola</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Forest Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>2009 Perennial of the Year. Graceful with a flowing habit. Beautiful in masses. Gold and green striped leaves are spectacular.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 12&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-16&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Hakonechloa_macra_Nicolas.jpg" /><strong>Hakonechloa macra Nicolas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Forest Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Slowly spreading, shade loving grass with fine-textured, flowing habit. Develops orange and red tones in fall.</p>
<p>Light to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-16&quot;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="190" src="/system/files/u5/Helictrotrichon-sempervirens-1.jpg" /><strong>Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire</strong></p>
<p><strong>Blue Oat Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Spiky, coarse textured evergreen grass with bright steel blue leaves. Tan summer borne seed heads. Also known as Saphirsprudel.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-24&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-30&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Imperata_Red_Baron.jpg" /><strong>Imperata cylindrica Red Baron</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Blood Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Slow spreading. The upper half of the blades are rich garnet red in summer and deep blood red by fall. Rarely flowers, needs drainage.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 12-18&quot;&nbsp; Space: 12-18&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="185" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_floridulus.jpg" />&nbsp;<strong>Miscanthus floridulus - aka M. giganteus</strong></p>
<p><strong>Giant Chinese Silver Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>As the name implies; a giant ornamental very easy to grow. Wide, rich green blades rise over 10'. Large fluffy plumes in September.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-12'&nbsp; Space: 5-7'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_adagio.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Adagio</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Compact, shorter selection has very narrow, silvery gray blades. Pink flowers in Sept mature to white. Yellowish fall color.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-48&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-30&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="170" height="187" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Cabaret.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Cabaret</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Big, broad leaves with wide, creamy white center stripe. A spectacular, colorful backdrop. Late flowers start light pink.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="181" src="/system/files/u5/miscanthus_cosmopolitan.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Cosmopolitan</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Big, broad leaves, green with white margins and white stripes. Strong, upright habit. Late flowers bright red-pink turning silver.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 6-8'&nbsp; Space: 4-5'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Dixieland.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Dixieland</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Compact, shorter version of Variegatus with green and white streaked leaves and a more upright habit. Burgundy plumes early fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 3-4'&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="189" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_ferner_osten.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Ferner Osten</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Remarkable very early blooming selection. Silvery-purple flowers open in August. Graceful, silver-ribbed, dark green leaves.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-5'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/miscanthus_gilt.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Gilt&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Amazing selection. The only clump forming gold variegated Miscanthus with good vigor. Colorful backdrop. Unlikely to flower.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 6-8'&nbsp; Space: 5-7'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="183" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Gold_Bar.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Gold Bar</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Dwarf, upright, spiky selection with dense horizontal gold banding. Slow growing but worth the wait. Burgundy flowers in August.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36-48&quot;&nbsp; Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="190" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Gracillimus.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Gracillimus</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Old and very popular. Narrow arching blades with silver midrib. Large graceful clumps sway with the breeze. Flowers late Sept.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 54-66&quot;&nbsp; Space: 30-42&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="184" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Graziella.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Graziella</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Selected for it's exceptional panicles of fluffy white flowers, opening earlier. Yellow, orange, red-purple fall color.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 30-42&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="182" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Huron_Sunrise.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Huron Sunrise</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Newer, underused selection blooms profusely with large heads of burgundy flowers in mid August. Compact habit. Golden fall color.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="177" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Kaskade.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Kaskade</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Selected for it's early pink-tinged flowers with a graceful dangling habit in August. Silvery green foliage, vase shaped habit.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Little_Kitten.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Little Kitten</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>The tiniest known silver grass. Narrow leaves with a silver midrib. Showy pink tinted flowers appear early September.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-36&quot;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="183" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Little_Zebra.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Little Zebra</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Shorter than Zebrinus and more upright in habit. Retains gold banded appearance all season. Early, reliable, red-purple bloomer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36-48&quot; &nbsp;Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Malepartus.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Malepartus</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Early bloomer, showy purplish flowers turn silver. Distinct habit, wide blades with white midrib held at right angles to stem.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Morning_Light.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Morning Light</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Very narrow blades with white margins for the finest, airiest texture. Clumps look silver at a distance. Flowers late Sept.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-5'&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Purpurascens.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Purpurascens</strong></p>
<p><strong>Flame Grass, Japanese Silver Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Superior orange-red fall color. Unique in that it spreads more than most Miscanthus. Showy, silvery plumes in September.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="177" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Silver_Arrow.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Silver Arrow</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Distinguished by it's neat vase shaped habit. Vibrant green blades with white center variegation. Early blooming.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-7'&nbsp; Space: 5-6'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Silver_Shadows.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Silver Shadows</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>The whitest Miscanthus has as much as 3/4 of the blade in white. This leads to very bright, highly contrasting clumps.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-7'&nbsp; Space: 4-5'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="172" height="184" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_Stardust.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Stardust&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>The tiniest zebra grass yet with narrow, yellow banded foliage to only 18&quot; forming rounded tidy clumps. Red plumes late summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-36&quot;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="172" height="198" src="/system/files/u5/miscanthus_strictus.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Strictus</strong></p>
<p><strong>Porcupine Grass, Japanese Silver Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Horizontal gold banding like Zebra grass but a little shorter with a stricter more upright habit. Showy coppery-silver plumes.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-6'&nbsp; Space: 3-5'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="172" height="186" src="/system/files/u5/miscanthus_variegatus.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Variegatus</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>In cultivation since 1900. Robust habit. Vibrant white and green striped foliage. Reddish then ilver flower plumes in fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 6-8'&nbsp; Space: 3-4'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Miscanthus_zebrinus.jpg" /><strong>Miscanthus sinensis Zebrinus</strong></p>
<p><strong>Japanese Silver Grass, Maiden Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Gold banded similar to Strictus but with a wider, rounded, laxer habit. Very heavy and early bloomer, pinkish-copper then silver.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-7'&nbsp; Space: 4-5'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/molinia_skyracer.jpg" /><strong>Molinia caerulea arundinacea Skyracer </strong></p>
<p><strong>Purple Moor Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Vase shaped clumps of blue-green blades only 2-3'. Tons of wire-thin spikes bearing tiny purple flowers high above clumps in summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 7-8'&nbsp; Space: 24-30&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="184" src="/system/files/u5/molinia_variegata.jpg" /><strong>Molinia caerulea arundinacea Variegata</strong></p>
<p><strong>Purple Moor Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Short vase shaped clumps of creamy yellow to white striped leaves. Tall narrow stems of tiny flowers high above the clump in summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-30&quot;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="180" src="/system/files/u5/Muhlenbergia_capillaris.jpg" /><strong>Muhlenbergia capillaris</strong></p>
<p><strong>Pink Muhly Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 6</strong></p>
<p>Large, rounded mounds&nbsp;of narrow blue green foliage are transformed in fall by huge, airy&nbsp;pink plumes that hover over the foliage.</p>
<p>Full Sun</p>
<p>Height: 2-3'&nbsp; Space:&nbsp;30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="186" src="/system/files/u5/Panicum_Dewey_Blues.jpg" /><strong>Panicum amarum Dewey Blue</strong></p>
<p><strong>Bitter Switch Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 2</strong></p>
<p>Selection of an eastern native beach grass. Soft powder blue foliage, graceful fountain- like habit. Airy blue-green flowers in summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 3-4' Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="183" src="/system/files/u5/panicum_dallas_blues.jpg" /><strong>Panicum virgatum Dallas Blues</strong></p>
<p><strong>Switch Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Noted for unusual purplish blue, wide blades in taller, denser clumps. Huge 2' tall foot wide panicles of rose-purple flowers.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 5-6'&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Panicum_Heavy_Metal.jpg" /><strong>Panicum virgatum Heavy Metal</strong></p>
<p><strong>Switch Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Selected for compact, columnar form and rich metallic-blue foliage. Tiny purple flowers in airy panicles in Aug. Yellow fall color.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36-42&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="189" src="/system/files/u5/Panicum_virgatum_Northwind.jpg" /><strong>Panicum virgatum Northwind</strong></p>
<p><strong>Switch Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Switchgrass with perhaps the most vertical upright habit. Narrow clumps of blue-green foliage. Yellow flower panicles to over 6'.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 4-5'&nbsp; Space: 24-30&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="181" src="/system/files/u5/panicum_rotstrahlbusch.jpg" /><strong>Panicum virgatum Rotstrahlbusch</strong></p>
<p><strong>Red Switch Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Upright, vase-shaped lumps of grayish-green foliage turns stunning bright red in fall. Airy burgundy flowers panicles mid summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 3-4'&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="197" src="/system/files/u5/Panicum_virgatum_Shenandoah.jpg" /><strong>Panicum virgatum Shenandoah</strong></p>
<p><strong>Switch Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>One of the shortest switch grasses. Blue- green foliage turns burgundy red by July. Bright red flowers panicles Aug - Sept.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 3' Space: 24-30&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Pennisetum_Hameln.jpg" /><strong>Pennisetum alopecuroides Hameln</strong></p>
<p><strong>Fountain Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Selected for compact habit and darker green foliage. Arching, upright clumps are topped with fuzzy spikes of flowers in August.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Space: 24-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="177" src="/system/files/u5/Pennisetum_Little_Bunny.jpg" /><strong>Pennisetum alopecuroides Little Bunny</strong></p>
<p><strong>Fountain Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Very small selection forms soft-textured mounds of narrow foliage. Fuzzy flower spikes late summer into fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 8-12&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 10-14&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="186" src="/system/files/u5/pennisetum_little_honey.jpg" /><strong>Pennisetum alopecuroides Little Honey</strong></p>
<p><strong>Fountain Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Very small variegated selection. Mounds of narrow silver striped foliage. Fuzzy Fuzzy flower spikes late summer into fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 6-10&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 10-14&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="177" src="/system/files/u5/Pennisetum_Moudry_0.jpg" /><strong>Pennisetum alopecuroides Moudry</strong></p>
<p><strong>Fountain Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>A selection with rich purple-black bottle- brush flower spikes, rising much later than the species. Attractive dark green mounder.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="181" src="/system/files/u5/Pennisetum_Red_Head.jpg" /><strong>Pennisetum alopecuroides Red Head</strong></p>
<p><strong>Fountain Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Rich, deep green foliage. Incredible show of huge bottle-brush spikes of smoky purple flowers from dark purple buds in August.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 3-4'&nbsp;&nbsp; Spread: 5-6'</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Pennisetum_Karley_Rose.jpg" /><strong>Pennisetum orientale Karley Rose</strong></p>
<p><strong>Oriental Fountain Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 5</strong></p>
<p>Slow spreading clumps of gently arching, vibrant green foliage. Very showy rose pink flower plumes starting July well into fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 30-36&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 30-36&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="192" height="200" src="/system/files/u5/Schizachyrium_Blue_Heaven.jpg" /><strong>Schizachyrium scoparium Blue Heaven&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Little Bluestem&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Selected by Univ of Minn for taller, upright habit. Dark blue with burgundy accents then blue-purple and finally dark red in fall.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 36-42&quot;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="178" src="/system/files/u5/Schizachyrium_the_blues.jpg" /><strong>Schizachyrium scoparium The Blues</strong></p>
<p><strong>Little Bluestem&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Selection of our finest native grass with steel-blue foliage with yellow, orange and red fall color. Silvery flowers in Sept.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Light Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-30&quot;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Sesleria_autumnalis.jpg" /><strong>Sesleria autumnalis&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="color: #ff0000">**NEW for 2010**</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>Autumn Moor Grass&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Bright yellow-green upright foliage in dense tufts. Great floral display of tall spikes bearing purplish-black flowers late summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 14-18&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="179" src="/system/files/u5/Sporobolus_heterolepis.jpg" /><strong>Sporobolus heterolepis </strong></p>
<p><strong>Prairie Dropseed&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Dense arching clumps of fine-textured, green leaves. Huge wispy popcorn scented flowers sway in the breeze above the plants in Aug.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18-36&quot;&nbsp; &nbsp;Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>
<p><img class="left" alt="" align="left" width="175" height="177" src="/system/files/u5/sporobolus_tara.jpg" /><strong>Sporobolus heterolepis Tara</strong></p>
<p><strong>Prairie Dropseed&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Zone 4</strong></p>
<p>Selection with tight, spiky, upright habit. Shorter than the species with the same whispy, wind responsive flowers in summer.</p>
<p>Full Sun to Moderate Shade</p>
<p>Height: 18&quot;&nbsp;&nbsp; Space: 18-24&quot;</p>
<p><img class="clear" alt="" width="595" height="16" src="/system/files/content_divider.gif" /></p>