Erianthus ravennae (30)ct Ellepots
Common Name: Ravenna Grass, Plume Grass,
Northern Pampas Grass, hardy pampas grass.
Zones 5 to 8 (perhaps 4 to 10);
Full Sun.
Mature size 9 to 12 (perhaps to 20) feet height, spreads 6 to 8 feet.
Growth Rate: Moderate; upright arching form, Easy to grow
Coarse to medium texture gray-green leaves. In late summer, flower spikes produce two foot long silvery flower panicles with hints of purple; panicles lighten to white in fall. The fall color of Erianthus is just as spectacular as the feathery plumes. Multiple colors including orange, tan, purple, and beige blend throughout the plant. The brown, dried stalks form looming shadows in winter, and are especially beautiful when planted with a backdrop of dark green or with the white of snow.
Part of the sugarcane family, Erianthus ravennae is a giant of the ornamental grass world. Considered by many to be the best substitute for Pampas Grass in northern regions, they share similar plumes and height. Outstanding choice as accent or architectural specimen, its imposing size and durability also makes it a good selection as a tall screen or windbreak.
This species is the most cold hardy and toughest of the Erianthus genus. Known for being very adaptable, this plant will grow in nearly any soil as long as it has full sun. It is drought tolerant, but prefers fertile, moist, well drained soil. Plumes are often used in fresh and dried flower arrangements.
Attributes: border plants, cut and dried flowers, drought tolerant, mass planting, salt tolerant. Deer resistant. for shipment to CA |
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