Erianthus ravennae
Ravenna Grass
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Ravenna Grass (Erianthus ravennae) - Description
(Ravenna Grass) Erianthus ravennae is also known as 'Hardy Pampas Grass' due to the huge plumes that resemble its Southern cousins. By late summer, the plumes begin to shoot skyward and provide movement in the garden with just the slightest breeze. With foliage that reaches 5 feet tall and plumes that tower to 8-12 feet, Erianthus ravennae is an ideal grass to make a living windbreak or screen. Also provides excellent winter interest in the landscape.
Ravenna Grass (Erianthus ravennae) - Blooming
The flower plumes should persist into winter.
Ravenna Grass (Erianthus ravennae) - Growth
Plants grow best in full sun.In moist, fertile soil, they may need staking.
Ravenna Grass (Erianthus ravennae) - Planting
Plant tubers 2" deep and 3' apart in fall. Soak them overnight in warm water before planting. Plants are also self-sow and seedlings are easy to move.
Ravenna Grass (Erianthus ravennae) - Interesting facts
Erianthus is closely related to sugar cane.
Ravenna Grass (Erianthus ravennae) - Soil and irrigation
Grow in rich, moist, but not wet soil. They tolerate drier conditions in summer once the leaves have died back. It will tolerate drought, but leaves will look better if kept watered.
