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Common name: "Northern Sea Oats Grass"
Latin name:
Chasmanthium latifolium

Northern Sea Oats Grass - Chasmanthium latifolium
Zone: 5 - 9
Elevation to:
6500'
Growth habit:
Upright clump
Max height:
24" - 36"
Spread: 24"
Flowers: Yes, mid summer
Flower type: Oat like tuft
Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Northern Sea Oats
Chasmanthium latifolium
Photo: Missouri Botanic Gardens
Ornamental Grasses Cultivation: Plant Northern Sea Oats in fertile, well drained soil. "Northern Sea Oats" is quite adaptable to sun, partial sun or full shade. 

Space container grown plants 24" - 36" apart. Northern Sea Oats excellent choice for total shade. The grass is great for cutting and drying for use in dried floral arrangements.

Propagation:
Northern Sea Oats are easily grown from seed. The plant is quite fruitful readily reseeding itself. Pre-started plants can be purchased at your local Garden Center or greenhouse.

Pests ~ Diseases:
Rare

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