Description
Calamagrostis kolymaensis (also called 'Kolyma Reed Grass', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Himalayas and the mountains of Central Asia. It grows in moist meadows, along streambanks, and in other wet habitats. It has narrow, linear leaves and long, slender, purplish-green flower spikes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Calamagrostis kolymaensis is a small, white spikelet with a single floret. The seed is a small, light brown grain. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calamagrostis kolymaensis is a perennial grass that is native to Siberia. It is a clump-forming grass that typically grows to 2-3’ tall and as wide. It features narrow, arching, bright green leaves (to 8” long) and airy, feathery, silvery-green flower panicles (to 12” long) in late summer. Propagation is by division of clumps in spring or by seed. Plant in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soils.