Huge grass with stalks that are tall with 10-12" blooms. Second year, it didn't come back. I do not cut my grasses back, to support the pollinators that use the stalks. Third year, voila! Took over my perennial bed! Razor-sharp edges, be mindful while working around this grass. I found out the hard way, and had my hand laid open while weeding. Thought I had literally pulled my hand against sharp metal. Very painful. Unfortunately, it is taking up far more of my perennial bed than I had planned for, so will now face the arduous task of moving the monster grass. It is beautiful, and would serve as an excellent focal point, just be sure to give it plenty of room!
Ravenna Grass Erianthus ravennae
Exposure
- Sun
Flower Season
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 9' - 12'
Spread: 6' - 8'
Height: 2.7m - 3.7m
Spread: 1.8m - 2.4m
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Details
108 - 144 Inches72 - 96 Inches72 - 96 Inches2.7m - 3.7m1.8m - 2.4m1.8m - 2.4mFeatures
Dramatic flower plumes; foliage has bronze fall color
Drought TolerantResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:TallGarden Height:108 - 144 Inches 2.7m - 3.7mSpacing:72 - 96 Inches 1.8m - 2.4mSpread:72 - 96 Inches 1.8m - 2.4mFlower Colors:WhiteFlower Shade:WhiteFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:GreenHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerMay Be Aggressive:May Be AggressivePlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Late SummerHardiness Zones:5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilSoil Fertility Requirement:Fertile SoilSoil PH Category:Neutral SoilUses:Border PlantUses:Cut FlowerUses:Dried FlowerUses:Specimen or Focal PointMaintenance Notes:Striking in the garden and excellent cut for dried arrangements.
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1 Review
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CJ, Illinois, United States, 3 years ago
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