Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam'

An elegant grass, Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam' has flat, arching leaves with a variegated yellow margin that fades to pink tinged white as it ages. Handsome pinkish-grey flower heads appear from midsummer and contrast well against the colourful foliage.

Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam' gives long-lasting garden interest and combines well with many flowering herbaceous plants in a mixed border.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: June - August.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam' grows to be an upright, clump forming grass.
  • Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
  • Spread: 1 m (3 ft)

• Pruning: For an attractive architectural display, allow Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam' to stand over winter before cutting back to ground level in early spring.