Calamagrostis stricta, known as slim-stem small reed grass or narrow small-reed, is a species of bunchgrass in the family Poaceae of the Holarctic Kingdom.
Silber rauhgras is well resistant to diseases and generally not affected by them. When it comes to care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. Planted outdoors, it needs only minimal watering, and larger specimens usually do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Silber rauhgrast is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand much experience in plant care.
How to keep Calamagrostis Neglecta.
Light
Silber rauhgras ist eine sonnenliebende, mehrjährige krautige Pflanze, die aus offenen Lebensräumen stammt und häufig in Wiesen und Grasflächen vorkommt. Die Pflanze bevorzugt volle Sonne, verträgt jedoch auch halbschattige Bedingungen.
Temperature
Silber rauhgras can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but its distribution may still be restricted by specific combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or watering. Long periods of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures can increase the chance of Silber rauhgras dying. In winter, protecting it from cold can increase its survival rate.
Fertilizer
Silber rauhgras needs extra nutrients to encourage healthy new growth. In spring, spreading some compost around the base of the plant is an effective way to supply the nutrition it requires. Fertilizing supports vigorous growth and helps the plant resist diseases and pests.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Grass
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Calamagrostis
- Family
- Poaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-9
- Mature Height
- 91 cm
- Mature Spread
- 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Green, Brown, Gray, Silver
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall
Other names.
