Grass, Feather Reed, Overdam

Clamagrostis x acutiflora 'Overdam'

Height: 2-3ft
Spread: 1-2ft
Zone: 4-8
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Time/Color: July-October; pink/green
Uses: Specimen, massing
Maintenance: Low
Other: N/A

This understated grass bears feathery stalks that emerge tinted pink in late spring/early summer and then turn golden in fall. 'Overdam' is most known for its variegated green and white foliage and smaller habit. It tolerates an extreme range of growing conditions including drought, wet soils, air pollution and when growing around black walnuts. Plant in mass or as a specimen for best use. Seed heads left on the plant in winter add interest to the landscape.