CALAMAGROSTIS ACUTIFLORA OVERDAM / VARIEGATED FEATHER REED GRASS

CALAMAGROSTIS ACUTIFLORA 'OVERDAM' / VARIEGATED FEATHER REED GRASS

Elegant, Variegated Ornamental Grass with Year-Round Interest

Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Overdam’ is a striking, variegated feather reed grass that offers strong vertical structure, soft feathery plumes, and attractive foliage. This cool-season grass is highly adaptable and provides interest from spring through winter. Its fine-textured, creamy-white variegation adds brightness to the landscape, making it an excellent choice for mixed borders, mass plantings, and architectural accents.

Why Choose ‘Overdam’ Feather Reed Grass?

• Attractive Variegation: Creamy-white striped foliage adds brightness.
• Upright, Clump-Forming Growth: Non-spreading and remains tidy.
• Long-Lasting Plumes: Early summer blooms persist through winter.
• Low Maintenance: Drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and easy to grow.

Key Features:

• Early Season Growth: One of the first grasses to emerge in spring.
• Four-Season Interest: Adds winter structure with golden seed heads.
• Pest & Deer Resistant: Not favored by wildlife.
• Tolerates Wet & Dry Soils: Thrives in a range of soil conditions.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 3–4 feet tall, 2–3 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9.
• Sunlight: Full sun to light shade.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil but tolerates moist conditions.

Ideal Uses:

• Specimen Planting: Adds height and texture to garden beds.
• Mass Plantings & Borders: Provides a soft yet structured effect.
• Rain Gardens & Moist Areas: Handles occasional wet conditions well.

Calamagrostis acutiflora ‘Overdam’ is a sophisticated ornamental grass that blends striking variegation with a strong, upright habit, making it a perfect choice for diverse garden designs.