It grows upright in stiff clumps that keep their shape through the year. This grass forms a tidy clump of foliage followed in early spring by the tall feathery plumes that inspired this plant’s common name, “ feather reed grass ”. This ornamental reed grass sways in the wind with a graceful, arching habit and lovely gold variegated leaves; Tan seed heads and foliage are great for fall and winter interest. One of the best grasses available for heavy clay soil. Its seed heads have a golden yellow hue. A very carefree choice that looks fabulous year-round. A variegated ornamental grass with golden-striped foliage and feathery plumes. El dorado feather reed grass is primarily grown for its highly ornamental fruit. Eldorado offers yellow and green variegation to add a little punch to the landscape. Its flower heads are more open as well, giving a light and airy appearance. A variation of karl foerster feather reed grass , this variety is almost identical in shape, but eldorado has golden-yellow midribs. Thriving in zones 4–8, it adds vertical interest and year-round beauty to gardens. Feathery pale purple plumes rise above the plant in midsummer, turning a rich wheat color in fall and into winter. Also known as feather reed grass , eldorado grass (calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘ eldorado ’) is a stunning, ornamental grass with narrow, gold-striped leaves. Because it is a patented plant, unauthorized propagation of eldorado feather reed grass is prohibited and tags are required with each plant. This cool season grass stands 3 - 5 feet tall during the growing season and reaches 5 to 6 feet tall when in flower. · what is eldorado grass ? Tall and narrow just like karl and equally durable and vigorous. Its golden color can fade somewhat in the heat.
