did you know?

Flowers and grasses that dry easily and retain their color for months or even years are called everlastings. In Latin, means "feather" and means "bristle." Put it together, and "feather bristle" is an apt description of the fluffy spikes of feathertop grass.

general maintenance:

Allow seed heads to remain on plant for fall and winter interest, but where hardy, cut back plants to the ground by early spring.

pests/diseases:

Feathertop grass is a relatively carefree plant.

how to sow/plant:

In spring, 6?8 weeks before last frost, choose a sunny site, and direct sow, barely covering seeds. Thin young plants to 12?18 inches apart.

water and fertilize:

Maintain soil moisture all season. Fertilization is not required.

garden hint:

To dry seed heads, place them in small, upright bundles in a cool, dark place.

features:

• Attractive Flowers
• Attractive Foliage
• Winter Interest

garden uses:

• Containers
• Flowerbed borders

other uses:

• Cut Flower
• Everlasting (>)

combine with:

purple coneflower black-eyed Susan and Russian sage