Chasmanthium latifolium / RIVER OATS
Chasmanthium latifolium, commonly known as River Oats, is a native perennial grass that adds a graceful, arching form to gardens and landscapes. It features broad, flat, green leaves and distinctive seed heads that are held on slender, drooping stems, giving the plant an elegant, cascading appearance. River Oats thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or shaded areas near water. In late summer to fall, its seed heads turn golden or bronze, adding visual interest and movement to the garden. This versatile grass is perfect for naturalizing areas, providing texture and color while also attracting birds that feed on its seeds.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 2-5 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Chasmanthium latifolium, commonly known as River Oats, is a native perennial grass that adds a graceful, arching form to gardens and landscapes. It features broad, flat, green leaves and distinctive seed heads that are held on slender, drooping stems, giving the plant an elegant, cascading appearance. River Oats thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or shaded areas near water. In late summer to fall, its seed heads turn golden or bronze, adding visual interest and movement to the garden. This versatile grass is perfect for naturalizing areas, providing texture and color while also attracting birds that feed on its seeds.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 2-5 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
Chasmanthium latifolium, commonly known as River Oats, is a native perennial grass that adds a graceful, arching form to gardens and landscapes. It features broad, flat, green leaves and distinctive seed heads that are held on slender, drooping stems, giving the plant an elegant, cascading appearance. River Oats thrives in moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for woodland gardens or shaded areas near water. In late summer to fall, its seed heads turn golden or bronze, adding visual interest and movement to the garden. This versatile grass is perfect for naturalizing areas, providing texture and color while also attracting birds that feed on its seeds.
· ORIGIN - NC native
· EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - Full sun
· FLOWER COLOR - n/a
· HEIGHT - 2-5 ft
· HABIT - deciduous
· MOISTURE - moist/well drained
· HARDINESS ZONES - 3-8
