Ornamental grasses offer low maintenance, longevity and resistance to many pests and diseases. These vigorous plants establish themselves very quickly in a wide range of soil types.

Ornamental grasses are a great choice in the garden for adding movement, color and drama, either on their own, clustered together or mixed in with more traditional foundation plants. Most of the ...

Q. Can you suggest any ornamental grasses that are less than 3 feet tall and will grow in a semishaded location?— Rich Schultz, Carol StreamA. A few grasses that can take a little shade and are ...

Ornamental grasses are generally divided into two classes: warm season or cool season. The first begin growth in spring, reach full maturity in summer and retreat into winter dormancy.

Ornamental grasses can be used in borders, containers, rock gardens, mass plantings, and even as hedges. There are dozens of varieties that are adapted to our climate.

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If you don’t want a tall grass, consider dwarf Fakahatchee grass, Tripsacum floridana, which grows 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. It grows in full sun or partial shade and produces showy flowers and ...