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    Ornamental Grass·Ornamental Grasses

    Northern Sea Oats

    Chasmanthium latifolium

    SC NativeLow Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsFull Sun to Shade
    Water NeedsModerate
    Soil PreferencesMoist, rich; tolerates drought established
    Mature Size3-4' x 2-3'

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorLate summer/fall; dangling oat-like seedheads
    Fall ColorYellowing
    Wildlife ValueCover, seed for birds

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseShade borders, woodland edges

    Special Features

    Native, excellent shade grass, dried arrangements

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