Emily Chan
Zebra Grass
Zebra grass has elegant foliage that needs ample room to grow. It’s visually appealing, with its green strands flecked with gold. The grass can reach a height of five to eight feet, so you can count on it to fit your privacy needs.
It grows in clumps, so it works well as a hedge. But since it’s so versatile, zebra grasses can also be planted in borders or as accent plants in a garden.
Zebra grass thrives in moist, well-drained soil with a neutral pH. It doesn’t need much watering after it’s established.
Switchgrass
A North American prairie grass, switchgrass is made up of feathery stalks that sway gracefully in the breeze. The grass has purplish tips and turns a golden coppery color in the fall.
Switchgrass is remarkably adaptable, thriving in both moist and dry conditions. It prefers full sun and sandy or clay soil.
And it grows to about three to six feet tall. It also provides a food source and shelter for birds in the winter.
Fountain Grass
Its spray of fuzzy purplish foliage is where fountain grass gets its name. It provides a dramatic look and gives any garden texture and color all summer and autumn.
The tall grass grows in clumps and enjoys full sun but can still grow in partly shaded areas. It gets up to three to five feet in both height and width.
