Korean feather reed grass
Calamagrostis brachytricha
2 ft 3½ in–3 ft 3⅜ in × 2 ft 3½ in–2 ft 7½ in
Low maintenancegrass
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Grass · Poaceae family
Feather grass
Stipa pulcherrima
Full sun 11¾ in–3 ft 3⅜ in × 1 ft 7⅝ in to −73 °F
In short a 10-second read
SunFull sun
Size11¾ in–3 ft 3⅜ in
spacing 19¾ in
spacing 19¾ in
PlantingMarch–April, September–October
WinterNo winter protection
Where to plant and how much to water
Sun, soil and water.
It grows best in full sun, in dry soil.
Sun
Sun6 hours or more
Part shade3–6 hours
Shadeunder 3 h
Soil
tolerates any pH
acidicneutralalkaline
Watering
Frost
−73 °F
How much space it takes
Mature size.
The mature plant next to a person (69 in).
11¾ in–3 ft 3⅜ in× spread 1 ft 7⅝ in
Plant 19¾ in apart.
Reaches maturity in about 2–5 years. The final size depends on the cultivar and the spot — we give the range from smallest to largest.
Calendar
Through the year.
Typical for a temperate climate (four seasons). The line shows the current month.
The year at a glance
Planting
Now, in October: a good time for planting (container plant).
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Planting
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Feeding
Nutrition.
No feeding
Pests and diseases
Common problems and what to do.
The most common problems in Central Europe. Protection is listed from the gentlest option.
No serious pests or diseases
Generally pest-free and disease-free.
Sources (1)
What to combine it with
Same needs, different flowering.
They share the same sun and soil and flower in other months — so the bed flowers for longer.
Frequently asked
Quick answers.
Does feather grass tolerate shade?
No, it needs full sun.
How much space does feather grass need?
At maturity 1 ft 7⅝ in wide and 11¾ in–3 ft 3⅜ in tall; recommended spacing 19¾ in.
Sources (7) Checked 24 October 2026
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