Switchgrass
Switchgrass adds height, color, and textures to the garden. When planted in mass, it can be an effective privacy screen. It provides erosion control, attracts wildlife, and is a great choice for rain gardens.
Plant Type: Ornamental Grasses
River Oats
River oats is a striking ornamental grass with arching, seedheads that resemble sea oats. It is low-maintenance, attracts birds, and provides visual interest throughout the growing season. Note: River oats spread rapidly from seed and can take over small areas of the garden.
Bluestem
Little Bluestem is a native North American grass known for its beautiful blue-green foliage that turns a fiery bronze in fall. It provides excellent erosion control, attracts pollinators, and is drought-tolerant. Splitbeard bluestem is a versatile native grass that adds texture and interest to gardens with purple-hued foliage and white seed tufts. It is drought-tolerant, … Bluestem