Grasses

Plant selection and landscape design demand thoughtful consideration of color, form, texture, and size.  Form and texture however, seem to take on an even greater importance when grass and grass like species are involved since these plants have the potential to provide dramatic fluidity and tactility to the garden space.  The size of the garden is also particularly important when working with grasses because while many species can stand alone or in small groups, a great number of species require large open spaces where plants can be massed in large quantities.  Many grasses and grass like species also allow the gardener to experiment with sound in the garden.  Species with light-bodied blades will rustle with just the slightest breeze while plants with heavier leaves will demand a substantial wind to move them. Familiarizing yourself with the various grasses and grass like species will allow you to utilize them to create the look and effect you desire.  The links below will provide you with the information you need to help you decide which grasses best suit your needs.  In addition, the availability list at El Nativo Growers, Inc. includes a separate table for grasses, rushes, and sedges. 

 

 

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    Agapanthus africanus 'Albus' 1g

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    Agapanthus ‘Albus’ features the same growth habit and strappy evergreen foliage as the species but blooms in summer with bright white flowers instead of blue. A tough plant that is tolerant of neglect but looks best if planted in somewhat fertile,...
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    Carex 'Chisai' 1g

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    A possible selection of Carex praegracilis with leaves that are shorter and finer textured than the species. Grows in clumps of deep green foliage just 6 to 8 inches tall. Over time, it will form a mat of foliage, but it spreads much slower than the...
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    Festuca 'Siskiyou Blue' 1g

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    Thought to be a hybrid of F. idahoensis and F. glauca, 'Siskiyou Blue' has the same chalky blue-green foliage as the glauca varieties but is larger and longer lived due to its idahoensis parentage. Forms compact clumps of slender, arching, evergreen...
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    Festuca idahoensis ‘Tomales Bay' 1g

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    An Idaho Fescue selection notable for its vibrant blue-green foliage. Grows in a compact clump of fine, arching blades that reaches 12 to 18 inches tall and wide. In spring, it blooms with airy flower spikes that age to a light tan color. A beautiful...
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    Festuca ovina 'Glauca' 1g

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    An evergreen, ornamental grass that grows in small, tight clumps of fine grey/blue foliage, just 6 to 12 inches all around. Blooms in summer with airy inflorescences that age to tan. Tolerant of poor, moderately-fertile, and dry soils as long as they are...
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    Festuca ovina 'Glauca' 4"

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    An evergreen, ornamental grass that grows in small, tight clumps of fine grey/blue foliage, just 6 to 12 inches all around. Blooms in summer with airy inflorescences that age to tan. Tolerant of poor, moderately-fertile, and dry soils as long as they are...
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    Juncus bolanderi 1g

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    Bolander’s Rush is native to northern California and up into British Columbia where it grows in wet areas including marshes, beaches, and meadows. Grows in clumps of smooth, rounded foliage up to 3 feet tall and spreads quickly and continuously via...
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    Juncus effusus 1g

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    Juncus effusus is found throughout California in many different types of wet areas including streams, ponds, marshes, and ditches. It grows in clumps of slender, upright foliage up to 2 to 4 feet high and 2 to 3 feet wide. In wet areas, it will spread...
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