Chasmanthium latifolium ~ River Oats, Inland Sea Oats southern-living Helianthus angustifolius First Light 0zz

Helianthus angustifolius First Light 0zz

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The narrow dark green foliage is topped with fluffy pink plumes bloom above the foliage in late summer and fall and tan seed heads persist into winter

The upright clumps of flattened foliage emerge grey to blue-green and mature to green with red hues before turning reddish-bronze with lavender tones after frost

Spread:  3’ - 4'

Chasmanthium latifolium ~ River Oats, Inland Sea Oats southern-living Helianthus angustifolius First Light 0zzInland Sea Oats is an upright grass with a clumping habit native to the rocky slopes and streams of the Eastern Coast. The bright green leaves sport distinguishing flat, drooping seedheads in terminal clusters that emerge green and mature to purple bronze in late summer while the foliage shifts to copper after frost and eventually browns. Prefers part sun and moist well drained soil. Type: Orn. Grass Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 2 5