Erianthus ravennae ~ Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass dog-safe and Shade Tree

and Shade Tree

The soft lavender flower spikes that bloom in late summer and through fall are sterile

it's susceptible to leaf spot

Overly moist soils can lead to root rot

Erianthus ravennae ~ Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass dog-safe and Shade TreeHardy Pampas Grass is a tall warm season grass that grows in tight clumps with long arching green leaves that turns bronze in fall. Dramatic upright canes holding silky white flower plums create fluffy tufts above the leaves in fall and hold its color into winter. Prefers full sun and dry soils. Good drought tolerance. Type: Orn. Grass Height: 8' 10' Spread: 4 6 Spacing: 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 10 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: White Season