Why Plant Overdam Feather Reed Grass?
A neat and tidy Fringe that pops! Overdam Feather Reed Grass features green leaf blades that are generously striped with creamy white, making this elegant small accent a real standout in your landscape. In late spring or early summer, airy pinkish plumes emerge that seem to hover above the pretty foliage, swaying in the breeze. Soon, the plumes turn into narrow, biscuit-colored spikes, and the whole plant takes on a rather rigid, formal appearance. Overdam will bring a cheery splash of variegation as well as a perky vertical element to any of the beds or borders around your home.
Feather Reed Grass originated in Europe as a hybrid that spontaneously occurred in the wild. Celebrated German nurseryman Karl Foerster was the first to identify the hybrid, and the most popular form of this Fringe is named after him. Overdam is the variegated little brother to Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass, growing slower and staying smaller than its green-leaved relative. Both of these Fringes have become the darlings of landscape architects in recent years because of their easygoing nature and their many charms. We think you’ll fall in love with them, too!
How to use Overdam Feather Reed Grass in the landscape?
Overdam Feather Reed Grass sets little to no viable seed, so it will never become invasive, unlike some other ornamental grasses. Overdam is an ecologically responsible choice. This Fringe will stay put and won’t show up where it isn’t wanted.
Planting Zones
Hardiness Zone: 4-9
How To Plant Overdam Feather Reed Grass
Plant Overdam Feather Reed Grass in sun to part shade. This Fringe prefers a climate with cool summer nights and may struggle in the South. Give it a shady site if you do try to grow it in a hot, humid region. Overdam will need moist but well-drained soil and can handle clay as long as it doesn’t stay too soggy.
How To Water
When watering any kind of Feather Reed Grass, you will want to water it at least twice a week. Use your finger to check if the soil is dry about two inches down from the surface. If it is dry, give your plant a good long drink.
How To Fertilize
Feed at in early spring with an all natural fertilizer such as Bower & Branch Elements™ Fertilizer.
How To Prune
Enjoy the spiky seed-heads and buff-colored foliage tufts through the winter, then cut the plant back before new growth commences in early spring.
How Does Shipping Work?
Bower & Branch Trees, the real BIG trees, don’t fit in a box! Our big trees, sizes XL and bigger, require expert delivery and care, that means our extra-large trees are shipped on Bower & Branch trucks. We are the only ones who know how to ship our big and bigger trees and plants with tender loving care. We deliver your trees and plants directly to you. Ask Bower & Branch about planting services – we'd be happy to assist in installation.
*For Big trees and Shrubs, Size XL and bigger: Review our Seasonal Shipping Timelines and Policy here.
Your trees and plants are grown across the United States at various Bower & Branch Growers. Depending on your location, your plant orders may be shipped from various locations. Please expect orders with multiple items to be delivered over a number of days as a result. Orders made up of numerous items or selections will not arrive at your home on the same day.
Shipping Delays:
From time to time, Bower & Branch Growers may determine to delay order shipment based on various factors for plant health. Weather in your region, as well as, where your plants are grown, is always considered when shipping. Extreme weather conditions may delay some or all of your order. Bower & Branch allows our Growers to make final shipping decisions based solely to benefit your trees and plants’ health and success.
How Does Sizing Work?
The size of our trees have nothing to do with the container size like you may find elsewhere–big doesn't mean just height - it’s also vigor, age, and overall health. Other online retailers are going to tell you that a plant is a seven gallon, that means nothing to your tree or plant (or you.)
Our trees for sale online are graded on large, x-large, and even bigger sizes. This is because our trees are sized by their age—the higher the letter, the more mature the tree. The age determines the trees’ overall height, size of the trunk and the overall branch density.
All of these characteristics are what you should be looking for when choosing a tree for immediate impact and instant curb appeal. Our extra-large tree and plant sizes are sure to wow you and your neighbors!
See the size guides below.
