Blue Joint Reedgrass
Calamagrostis canadensis var. macouniana
Overview
Blue Joint Reedgrass (Calamagrostis canadensis var. macouniana) is a blue-green tufted perennial grass native to North America. It typically grows in wet areas and can reach up to 3 feet tall. Its inflorescence is an open panicle of narrow, green-blue spikelets with silky hairs at the base and sometimes a purplish tint near the base. Its foliage is bluish-gray, often with a bit of purple. The leaves are thin and have an intense blue color with a slight sheen. Blue Joint Reedgrass is a popular ornamental grass for garden beds and wet areas, providing a beautiful contrast to green grasses. It is easy to care for and requires little water or fertilizer.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-5" days.
Light
full sun, part shade.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, February, March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation
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