{"product_id":"calamagrostis-karl-foerster-2-litre-pot","title":"Calamagrostis Karl Foerster 2 Litre Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eCalamagrostis × acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’ – Elegant Vertical Grass for Year-Round Structure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eCalamagrostis ‘Karl Foerster’ is one of the finest ornamental grasses for adding height, structure, and movement to the garden. Renowned for its strong upright habit, it produces narrow clumps of green foliage topped by tall feathery flower plumes that create a striking vertical accent in borders and contemporary planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eIn early summer, the flower spikes emerge with soft purple-bronze tones before gradually maturing to warm golden shades that persist well into winter. Unlike many grasses that flop or spread widely, ‘Karl Foerster’ remains neat and upright, making it particularly valuable for adding architectural structure without taking up excessive space.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003eIts slender profile allows it to weave naturally through mixed planting, pairing beautifully with flowering perennials while providing a strong backdrop throughout the year. The flower heads catch the light beautifully and add movement with the slightest breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1316\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eThriving in full sun, it performs best in well-drained soil but is adaptable to a wide range of garden conditions. Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow, it requires little maintenance beyond cutting back old growth in late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eGraceful, architectural, and long-lasting, Calamagrostis ‘Karl Foerster’ is an essential ornamental grass for modern, prairie-style, and traditional garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eSpring: Fresh green foliage emerges in neat upright clumps.\u003cbr data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eSummer: Tall purple-bronze flower plumes appear.\u003cbr data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eAutumn: Flower heads mature to warm golden tones.\u003cbr data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eWinter: Upright stems provide lasting structure and interest.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003eUpright habit – Strong vertical architectural form.\u003cbr data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eFeathery plumes – Attractive seasonal flower heads.\u003cbr data-start=\"2113\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003eLong season of interest – Summer through winter.\u003cbr data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eCompact footprint – Tall growth without excessive spread.\u003cbr data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eLow maintenance – Easy and reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eMixed borders – Adds height and structure.\u003cbr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003ePrairie planting – Naturalistic garden schemes.\u003cbr data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eContemporary gardens – Architectural planting.\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eScreening – Light seasonal privacy.\u003cbr data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003eWildlife gardens – Provides shelter and habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2540\"\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2542\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003eSun\/Position: Full sun preferred.\u003cbr data-start=\"2575\" data-end=\"2578\"\u003eSoil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to most conditions.\u003cbr data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003eHardiness: Fully hardy in the UK.\u003cbr data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003eCare: Cut back old stems to ground level in late winter or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2748\"\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2976\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eEchinacea – Prairie-style combinations.\u003cbr data-start=\"2811\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003eVerbena bonariensis – Airy contrast.\u003cbr data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2853\"\u003eSalvia – Complements vertical growth.\u003cbr data-start=\"2890\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003eRudbeckia – Warm seasonal colour pairing.\u003cbr data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"2937\"\u003ePerovskia – Soft silver and blue tones.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49918451581254,"sku":"169879","price":4.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/df337594-d84e-426a-a916-20c0255008de.jpg?v=1780567548","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/calamagrostis-karl-foerster-2-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}