Purple fountain grass is an eye-catching ornamental plant known for its graceful, purplish flower spikes and long, burgundy leaves. It grows quickly and prefers to be planted in spring when it can ...

Few of us are thinking about our lawns this time of year, but that does not mean we can’t be thinking about grass. I don’t mean overseeding with rye grass for the winter or devising strategies for ...

I have written many times about the attributes of ornamental grasses in our landscapes. Their unique texture contrasts nicely against the coarser foliage of both broadleaf evergreen and deciduous ...

Ornamental grasses make excellent screen plants to hide unsightly propane tanks and air conditioners, or for privacy around patios and decks. They develop faster than shrubs. Professional designers ...

Talk about a cutie of an ornamental grass! The little bunny fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides “Little Bunny”) is a miniature ornamental grass with white, bushy plumes that, on windy days, ...

Drought resistant, low maintenance, colorful, and versatile are a few of the attributes of ornamental grasses. There are many kinds of ornamental grasses most of which are perennials although many are ...

Ornamental grasses add texture, drama and movement to the garden. They're four season plants that are at their best in summer fall and winter. The seed heads are quite striking in their freeze-dried ...

Ornamental grasses are tough, drought-tolerant plants that can add structure, texture and color to any garden. They come straight and tall, wide and wispy, even short and spiky. Some also add two ...