Considerations for Selection and Use of Ornamental Grasses

Ornamental grasses create interest and excitement in the landscape with their unique characteristics. The availability of a large number of species and cultivars makes these plants very versatile, with many potential uses in the landscape. This publication outlines many of the conside...

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Main Authors: Mack Thetford, Mary Salinas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2020-01-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/106779
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Summary:Ornamental grasses create interest and excitement in the landscape with their unique characteristics. The availability of a large number of species and cultivars makes these plants very versatile, with many potential uses in the landscape. This publication outlines many of the considerations for the proper selection and use of ornamental grasses. The information and tables should assist the first-time gardener as well as the experienced landscaper in the selection and use of ornamental grasses in Florida. This 9-page major revision was written by Mack Thetford and Mary Salinas and published by the UF/IFAS Environmental Horticulture Department. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ep233
ISSN:2576-0009