The ornamental grass Saccharum ravennae (hardy pampas grass) bears showy and faded purple flowers during late summer to mid autumn. The showy matte foliage is striped, white and greyish green in colour and fine in texture. Saccharum ravennae (hardy pampas grass) yields showy fruit. A specimen plant, Saccharum ravennae (hardy pampas grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Accent, border, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen, screening and waterfront.
Special Characteristics
It is worthy to note that Saccharum ravennae tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer. This ornamental grass attracts birds to your garden. During winter Saccharum ravennae lends winter interest to your garden.
Cautions
Where conditions are favourable, Saccharum ravennae (hardy pampas grass) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
