Chasmanthium latifolium ‘River Mist’
Variegated Sea Oats |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 8.100.260
The first variegated selection of Northern Sea Oats, this was recently discovered at a nursery in Georgia. It forms a medium-tall clump of narrow bamboo-like leaves striped lengthwise with bright green and creamy white. Spikes of dangling oat-like flower heads later become copper seed heads that stay attractive well into the winter. Useful both as a fresh or dried cutflower. A great specimen plant that brightens up any shaded area and combines well with ferns and hosta. The showy variegation is best seen towards the front of a border in either a sunny or shady location. Deserves to be much more widely used, tolerating a wide range of light and soil conditions, but happiest in moist soil with dappled shade. Native to southeastern North America. Selected and introduced by Itsaul Plants in 2009. USPP#20643: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Chasmanthium latifolium ‘River Mist’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade or Full Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Green
Blooming Time Late Summer Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Deep Green Variegated White
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Massed Specimen Woodland
Flower Head Size Small
Height 75-90 cm 29-35 inches
Spread 45-60 cm 18-23 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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