It grows 3-5 ft. tall and features very attractive red seed heads throughout the Summer. Does well as a background grass, or planted alone. For zones 4-10. Features dark green, fine textured, almost hair-like foliage that forms dense clumps. The flowers are olive-purple, maturing to a grayish color, and are quite delicate and move in the slightest breeze.
Foliage turns a beautiful bronze-red color after a freeze.
Likes sandy soils. For zones 7-10. Flowers are borne in airy panicles 1 to 2 ft. above the foliage and begin pinkish to reddish and mature to a grayish white color. Foliage turns a beautiful yellow in fall. Holds it's form well throughout the winter and it is also excellent material for fresh and dried arrangements.