Hardy Pampas Grass
Saccharum ravennae
Poaceae
Other names
Ravenna Grass
Growth habit
Grass/Sedge
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Mediterranean Region and Northern Africa
Location
Source of plant
Kurt Bluemel Inc., Garden Place
Description
One of the most stately of grasses of value for its architectural form as well as foliage and flowers. Similar in many ways to pampas grass. Erect panicles reach 2' in length, are silvery white or beige, borne in autumn. Plants can reach 10' to 12' in height when in flower.
USDA Hardiness Zone
6
Special characteristics
notable texture, flowering season, growth habit