https://featherandcane.garden/Practical guides to choosing, planting and controlling ornamental grasses and bamboo, by climate, light and soil.enhttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/types-of-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/types-of-ornamental-grasses/A practical guide to the main types of ornamental grasses, sorted by season, size, growth habit and light, with example plants and where each one fits.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/blue-ornamental-grasses-silvery-blue-varieties-for-color/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/blue-ornamental-grasses-silvery-blue-varieties-for-color/Add cool silver-blue to your garden with blue fescue, blue oat grass, little bluestem and switchgrass. Learn sizes, conditions and how to keep the color.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/can-i-mix-cool-and-warm-season-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/can-i-mix-cool-and-warm-season-grasses/In garden beds, mixing cool and warm-season ornamental grasses works well. In lawns it usually does not. Here is how to combine them and what to watch.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/evergreen-ornamental-grasses-that-stay-green-all-year/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/evergreen-ornamental-grasses-that-stay-green-all-year/Most ornamental grasses go brown in winter, but some hold their color. Meet evergreen and semi-evergreen grasses and sedges, with zones and care tips.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/grasses-vs-sedges/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/grasses-vs-sedges/Grasses, sedges and rushes look alike but differ in stem shape, family and growing needs. Here is how to tell them apart and which to plant where.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/how-do-i-care-for-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/how-do-i-care-for-ornamental-grasses/Ornamental grasses need little care: the right spot, water in year one, a yearly cut-back and division every few years. Here is the full routine.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/how-hot-is-too-hot-to-plant-cool/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/how-hot-is-too-hot-to-plant-cool/There is no single cutoff, but cool-season grasses struggle to establish in heat. Learn rules of thumb, safer planting windows and how to plant in summer.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/is-pampas-grass-invasive-where-it-s-a/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/is-pampas-grass-invasive-where-it-s-a/Pampas grass is invasive in parts of the US West Coast, Hawaii, Florida, Australia and New Zealand. See where it is a problem and what to plant instead.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/miscanthus-vs-pennisetum-choosing-between-maiden-grass-and/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/miscanthus-vs-pennisetum-choosing-between-maiden-grass-and/Maiden grass (Miscanthus) and fountain grass (Pennisetum) both bring plumes and movement. Compare size, shape, hardiness and spread to pick the right one.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/non-invasive-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/non-invasive-ornamental-grasses/Looking for ornamental grasses that stay put? Learn how clumping, running and self-seeding grasses differ, and which well-behaved varieties to plant.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/should-all-ornamental-grasses-be-cut-back-in/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/should-all-ornamental-grasses-be-cut-back-in/Not every ornamental grass needs a spring haircut. Learn which grasses to cut back, which to comb instead, and how to time and do the job safely.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/warm-vs-cool-season-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/warm-vs-cool-season-grasses/Learn how warm-season and cool-season ornamental grasses differ, with plant lists for each, plus when to plant, divide and cut back both types.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/evergreen-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-types/evergreen-ornamental-grasses/Choose ornamental grasses that look good in every season, from spring foliage to winter seed heads, plus tips on planting time and when to cut back.Grass TypesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-by-zone/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-by-zone/Pick hardy ornamental grasses for USDA zones 5 and 6, including 6b. Covers tall, short and shade grasses, invasive risks, planting time and cutting back.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-zones-7-8/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-zones-7-8/Reliable perennial ornamental grasses for zones 7 and 8, including pink muhly, feather reed grass and little bluestem, with planting time and care tips.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/cold-hardy-grasses-zones-3-4/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/cold-hardy-grasses-zones-3-4/Ornamental grasses that survive zone 3 and 4 winters: feather reed grass, prairie dropseed, switchgrass and more, plus planting timing and winter care.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/midwest-native-prairie-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/midwest-native-prairie-grasses/Native prairie grasses for Midwest landscapes, from the big four tall grasses to short natives, with notes for Kansas and Missouri, wildlife, and cutting back.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-for-florida-landscapes-humidity-and-heat/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-for-florida-landscapes-humidity-and-heat/Humidity- and heat-tolerant ornamental grasses for Florida landscapes, from native muhly and Fakahatchee grass to sea oats, with salt, wet-site and invasive notes.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-for-the-pacific-northwest-wet-winters/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-for-the-pacific-northwest-wet-winters/Ornamental grasses and sedges for the Pacific Northwest, including native options, evergreen picks and invasive cautions for wet winters and dry summers.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-for-zones-9-and-10-heat/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/ornamental-grasses-for-zones-9-and-10-heat/Heat-tolerant ornamental grasses for zones 9 and 10, including muhly, fountain grass and Fakahatchee grass, plus invasive cautions and warm-climate care.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/what-are-some-good-ornamental-grasses-for-zone/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/what-are-some-good-ornamental-grasses-for-zone/Good ornamental grasses for Zone 6B include Karl Foerster feather reed grass, little bluestem, switchgrass, fountain grass and blue fescue. See the full list.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/what-are-some-good-tall-grasses-for-pots/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/what-are-some-good-tall-grasses-for-pots/Good tall grasses for pots include purple fountain grass, Karl Foerster feather reed grass and dwarf Miscanthus. Learn pot size, watering and winter care.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/where-can-i-find-ornamental-grass-seeds-for/https://featherandcane.garden/grasses-by-zone/where-can-i-find-ornamental-grass-seeds-for/Find ornamental grass seeds from online seed companies, native plant nurseries and garden centers, plus what to check before buying and which grasses grow from seed.Grasses by ZoneFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/ornamental-grasses-for-shade/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/ornamental-grasses-for-shade/Which ornamental grasses and grass-like plants actually grow in shade? Compare the best choices for part shade, dry shade and moist shade, plus care tips.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/best-carex-varieties-for-shade-gardens/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/best-carex-varieties-for-shade-gardens/Discover the best Carex (sedge) varieties for shade, from Pennsylvania sedge to 'Ice Dance' and palm sedge, sorted by dry, moist and variegated needs.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/deer-resistant-shade-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/deer-resistant-shade-grasses/Which shade grasses and sedges do deer usually leave alone? See deer-resistant options for shade, why nothing is deer-proof, and how to improve your odds.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/do-ornamental-grasses-grow-in-the-shade/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/do-ornamental-grasses-grow-in-the-shade/Yes, some ornamental grasses and grass-like plants grow in shade, though most prefer sun. Learn which ones work, what to expect, and how to succeed.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/japanese-forest-grass-hakonechloa-growing-and-caring-for/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/japanese-forest-grass-hakonechloa-growing-and-caring-for/How to grow Japanese forest grass (Hakonechloa macra): light, soil, watering, spacing, cutting back, dividing and common problems, plus popular cultivars.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/liriope-vs-mondo-grass-which-shade-groundcover-is/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/liriope-vs-mondo-grass-which-shade-groundcover-is/Liriope vs mondo grass compared: height, leaves, flowers, spread, shade tolerance, hardiness and care, so you can pick the right shade groundcover.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/grasses-for-wet-shade/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/grasses-for-wet-shade/Shady and damp? These grasses, sedges and rushes tolerate moist to wet shade, from palm sedge to sweet flag, plus tips for rain gardens and pond edges.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/tall-grasses-for-shade/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/tall-grasses-for-shade/Looking for tall grasses that handle shade? Learn which grasses reach 3 to 5 feet in part shade, what to expect in deeper shade, and options for pots.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/what-are-some-good-dwarf-grasses-for-landscaping/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/what-are-some-good-dwarf-grasses-for-landscaping/Good dwarf ornamental grasses for landscaping include blue fescue, dwarf fountain grass, sedges and mondo grass. See options for sun and shade, plus uses.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/what-ornamental-grasses-are-suitable-for-planting-in/https://featherandcane.garden/shade-grasses/what-ornamental-grasses-are-suitable-for-planting-in/Many ornamental grasses thrive in Zone 5, from feather reed grass and switchgrass to Hakone grass and sedges. See picks for sun and shade, and what to avoid.Shade GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/grasses-for-wet-areas/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/grasses-for-wet-areas/Which ornamental grasses, sedges and rushes cope with wet areas and soggy soil, how to match them to how wet your site is, and which ones to avoid.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/grasses-for-rain-gardens/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/grasses-for-rain-gardens/Choose grasses and sedges for each zone of a rain garden, from the soggy bottom to the dry edge, plus maintenance and mosquito questions answered.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/ornamental-grasses-and-rushes-for-pond-edges-and/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/ornamental-grasses-and-rushes-for-pond-edges-and/Choose ornamental grasses, sedges and rushes for pond edges and water gardens, with planting depths, container tips and plants to avoid or contain.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/ornamental-grasses-that-thrive-in-heavy-clay-soil/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/ornamental-grasses-that-thrive-in-heavy-clay-soil/Which ornamental grasses handle heavy clay, which ones struggle, and how to plant and care for them so they establish without sitting in waterlogged soil.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/grasses-for-erosion-control/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/grasses-for-erosion-control/Which perennial grasses and sedges hold soil on slopes, banks and ditches, how to plant them so they establish, and when to call a professional.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/what-is-the-70-30-rule-in-gardening/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/what-is-the-70-30-rule-in-gardening/The 70/30 rule in gardening usually means 70 percent reliable structure plants and 30 percent seasonal accents. See where it comes from and how to use it.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/what-type-of-grass-tolerates-both-drought-and/https://featherandcane.garden/wet-site-grasses/what-type-of-grass-tolerates-both-drought-and/Tall fescue, Bermuda and zoysia suit lawns, while little bluestem, sideoats grama and switchgrass suit gardens. See which handles drought and full sun.Wet Site GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/drought-tolerant-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/drought-tolerant-ornamental-grasses/Choose ornamental grasses that thrive in dry, sunny gardens: reliable picks, how to establish them, when to cut back and divide, and which to avoid.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/australian-new-zealand-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/australian-new-zealand-grasses/Australian and New Zealand grasses and grass-like plants for mild-climate gardens, with small NZ options, San Diego picks, planting tips and invasive cautions.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/gravel-garden-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/gravel-garden-grasses/Which ornamental grasses suit a gravel garden, how to plant them through a gravel mulch, and whether you can grow lawn grass on top of gravel.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/how-to-lay-pebbles-in-a-garden/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/how-to-lay-pebbles-in-a-garden/How to lay pebbles in a garden: mark and edge the area, clear and level the ground, add membrane if wanted, plant, then spread a layer of about 2 inches.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/little-bluestem-varieties-best-cultivars-for-garden-color/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/little-bluestem-varieties-best-cultivars-for-garden-color/Compare little bluestem varieties such as The Blues, Blaze, Standing Ovation and Jazz for foliage color, height and upright habit, plus simple growing tips.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/coastal-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/coastal-ornamental-grasses/Which ornamental and beach grasses cope with salt, wind and sandy soil, from dune grasses to garden-friendly clumps, plus where to buy American beachgrass.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/pink-muhly-grass-how-to-grow-it-and/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/pink-muhly-grass-how-to-grow-it-and/Grow pink muhly grass for a fall cloud of pink flowers: sun, soil, planting, watering, cutting back and what to do if it will not bloom.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/what-are-some-good-ornamental-grasses-for-the/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/what-are-some-good-ornamental-grasses-for-the/Good ornamental grasses for the front of a house: compact edgers, mid-height mounds and tall accents, plus spacing, design and maintenance tips.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/what-are-the-best-outdoor-plants-for-san/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/what-are-the-best-outdoor-plants-for-san/The best outdoor plants for San Diego gardens: California natives, drought-tolerant perennials, ornamental grasses and succulents, with tips on drainage and siting.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/why-blue-fescue-dies-in-the-center-and/https://featherandcane.garden/dry-sun-grasses/why-blue-fescue-dies-in-the-center-and/Blue fescue dying in the center is usually age, poor drainage or buried crowns. Learn the causes, how to divide and replant, and how to prevent a repeat.Dry Sun GrassesFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/landscaping-with-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/landscaping-with-ornamental-grasses/Learn how to design with ornamental grasses: layering by height, choosing architectural forms, grouping plants, and pairing grasses with shrubs and perennials.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/best-ornamental-grasses-as-specimen-plants-and-focal/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/best-ornamental-grasses-as-specimen-plants-and-focal/Which ornamental grasses make good specimen plants? Compare Miscanthus, fountain grass, switchgrass, feather reed grass and Hakone grass, plus placement tips.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/can-i-grow-grass-in-100-shade/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/can-i-grow-grass-in-100-shade/Turf grass rarely thrives in 100% shade. Learn why, what true shade means, and which shade-tolerant ornamental grasses and ground covers can fill the space.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/ornamental-grasses-in-containers/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/ornamental-grasses-in-containers/How to grow ornamental grasses in pots: choosing containers and potting mix, best sun and shade grasses, watering, feeding, winter care and dividing.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/how-to-replace-a-lawn-with-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/how-to-replace-a-lawn-with-ornamental-grasses/A step-by-step approach to replacing lawn with ornamental grasses: planning the bed, removing turf, choosing plants, spacing, mulching and first-year care.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/modern-and-minimalist-landscaping-with-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/modern-and-minimalist-landscaping-with-ornamental-grasses/Use ornamental grasses in modern, minimalist landscapes: repetition, mass planting, restrained palettes, clean hardscape pairings and the best upright or mounded grasses.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/grasses-and-bamboo-around-pool/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/grasses-and-bamboo-around-pool/Plan poolside planting with ornamental grasses and clumping bamboo: what shallow-rooted means, debris and chemical splash, setback distances and plants to avoid.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/ornamental-grasses-for-cutting-and-dried-arrangements/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/ornamental-grasses-for-cutting-and-dried-arrangements/Which ornamental grasses make good cut and dried flowers? Learn about fountain grass, Miscanthus, feather reed grass and others, plus when to cut and how to dry.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/fall-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/fall-ornamental-grasses/Ornamental grasses that shine in fall: pink muhly's cotton candy bloom and its zones, red switchgrass and bluestem, golden plumes, plus cut-back and planting tips.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/front-yard-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/front-yard-ornamental-grasses/Choose ornamental grasses for your front yard: sizes that suit windows and walkways, shade options, shrub pairings and simple upkeep tips for curb appeal.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/pairing-ornamental-grasses-with-hydrangeas-and-flowering-shrubs/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/pairing-ornamental-grasses-with-hydrangeas-and-flowering-shrubs/How to combine ornamental grasses with hydrangeas, spirea, butterfly bush and other flowering shrubs: matching light and water, good pairs and layout tips.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/perennials-to-plant-with-ornamental-grasses-coneflower-sedum/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/perennials-to-plant-with-ornamental-grasses-coneflower-sedum/Perennials that pair well with ornamental grasses include coneflower, sedum, black-eyed Susan, salvia and asters. See combinations, spacing and care tips.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/small-ornamental-grasses-borders/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/small-ornamental-grasses-borders/Compact ornamental grasses for borders and edging, including Hameln dwarf fountain grass, blue fescue, Hakone grass and sedges, with size, care and spacing tips.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/tall-grasses-for-privacy/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/tall-grasses-for-privacy/Tall ornamental grasses can screen a view or soften a fence. Compare narrow and wide options, clumping bamboo, spacing, winter gaps and species to be careful with.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-are-some-good-ornamental-grasses-that-can/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-are-some-good-ornamental-grasses-that-can/Good shade ornamental grasses include sedges, Hakone grass, mondo grass and northern sea oats. Learn which suit light or part shade and how to care for them.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-are-the-major-landscaping-trends-for-2026/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-are-the-major-landscaping-trends-for-2026/Landscaping themes expected to stay popular in 2026 include naturalistic planting, smaller lawns, water-wise design, native plants and low-maintenance ornamental grasses.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-is-the-best-low-maintenance-ornamental-grass/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-is-the-best-low-maintenance-ornamental-grass/There is no single best low maintenance ornamental grass, but feather reed grass, Hameln fountain grass, blue fescue, switchgrass and sedges are easy choices.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-is-the-difference-between-shrubs-and-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-is-the-difference-between-shrubs-and-grasses/Shrubs are woody plants with permanent stems, while grasses are herbaceous with leaves from a crown. See how they differ in structure, care and landscape use.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-shrubs-look-good-together/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-design/what-shrubs-look-good-together/Shrubs that look good together share growing conditions and contrast in leaf, form and bloom time. See pairing principles, example combinations and tips on layering.Grass DesignFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/ornamental-grass-care/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/ornamental-grass-care/A practical overview of ornamental grass care: choosing the right type, sun and soil, watering, feeding, cutting back, dividing and winter care.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/cutting-back-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/cutting-back-ornamental-grasses/When to cut back ornamental grasses: why late winter or spring suits most, when fall trimming makes sense, how low to cut, and how to do it neatly.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/do-ornamental-grasses-do-well-in-pots/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/do-ornamental-grasses-do-well-in-pots/Yes, many ornamental grasses do well in pots. Learn which grasses suit containers, the pot and soil to use, watering, feeding, winter care and dividing.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/how-far-apart-to-plant-ornamental-grasses-spacing/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/how-far-apart-to-plant-ornamental-grasses-spacing/How far apart to plant ornamental grasses: spacing by small, medium and large types, how to read mature size, and adjusting for screens, borders and walls.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/dividing-transplanting-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/dividing-transplanting-grasses/How to divide and move ornamental grasses: the best time for each type, signs a clump needs splitting, tools, step-by-step method and aftercare.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/planting-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/planting-ornamental-grasses/How to plant ornamental grasses: the best timing for warm- and cool-season types, site and soil needs, planting depth, mulch and first-year watering.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/overwintering-ornamental-grasses/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/overwintering-ornamental-grasses/How to overwinter ornamental grasses: what hardy grasses in the ground need, how to protect new plantings, and options for potted and tender grasses.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/should-you-fertilize-ornamental-grasses-when-and-what/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/should-you-fertilize-ornamental-grasses-when-and-what/Most ornamental grasses need little or no fertilizer. Learn when feeding helps, the best time in spring, what to use, and why too much nitrogen causes flopping.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/what-are-some-common-names-for-grass-plants/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/what-are-some-common-names-for-grass-plants/Common names for ornamental grass plants and their botanical names, from maiden grass and fountain grass to switchgrass, plus why names get confusing.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/what-do-you-do-with-ornamental-grass-in/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/what-do-you-do-with-ornamental-grass-in/In fall, most ornamental grasses are best left standing. See a simple fall checklist: mulch, watering, no fertilizer, plus when to cut, plant or divide.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/when-to-cut-back-mondo-grass/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/when-to-cut-back-mondo-grass/Cut back mondo grass in late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. Learn how low to cut, how to handle large patches and winter damage.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/why-ornamental-grasses-flop-over-and-how-to/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/why-ornamental-grasses-flop-over-and-how-to/Why ornamental grasses flop over: too much nitrogen, shade, rich soil, aging clumps and weather. Practical fixes to keep them upright and sturdy.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/why-your-ornamental-grass-isn-t-blooming-and/https://featherandcane.garden/grass-care/why-your-ornamental-grass-isn-t-blooming-and/Ornamental grass not blooming? Check timing, sun, plant age, too much nitrogen, crowding and pruning. Simple fixes to help grasses produce plumes.Grass CareFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/growing-bamboo-outdoors/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/growing-bamboo-outdoors/How to grow bamboo outdoors: check your hardiness zone, choose clumping or running types, pick a site, plant, water, feed and look after it through winter.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/bamboo-garden-design/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/bamboo-garden-design/Bamboo garden design ideas for real yards: screens, specimen clumps, groves, containers and groundcovers, plus how to pair bamboo with ornamental grasses.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/cold-hardy-bamboo-varieties-for-zones-5-to/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/cold-hardy-bamboo-varieties-for-zones-5-to/Cold-hardy bamboo for zones 5 to 7: Fargesia clumpers, hardy Phyllostachys runners and groundcover types, with realistic expectations and winter care tips.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/does-bamboo-spread-quickly/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/does-bamboo-spread-quickly/Running bamboo can spread several feet a year, while clumping bamboo widens only a few inches. See what affects speed and how to keep spread in check.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/grasses-that-look-like-bamboo/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/grasses-that-look-like-bamboo/Ornamental grasses with a bamboo look, plants often mistaken for bamboo, and bamboo-like weeds to watch for, plus how to tell the real thing from a lookalike.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/growing-bamboo-in-pots-and-containers/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/growing-bamboo-in-pots-and-containers/How to grow bamboo in pots: pick a suitable species and a big, sturdy container, plant, water and feed it, protect it in winter, and divide or repot on time.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/how-deep-do-bamboo-roots-grow/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/how-deep-do-bamboo-roots-grow/Bamboo rhizomes are usually shallow, mostly in the top foot of soil, while fine roots can reach two to three feet. See what changes depth and why it matters.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/how-long-does-it-take-bamboo-to-grow/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/how-long-does-it-take-bamboo-to-grow/A species that can reach 20 ft usually takes about four to six years from a small plant, not weeks. See what speeds bamboo up or slows it down in your yard.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/controlling-bamboo-spread/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/controlling-bamboo-spread/How to control or remove unwanted bamboo in a yard or lawn: dig out rhizomes, cut and starve shoots, mow, use barriers, and handle a neighbour's bamboo.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/how-to-install-a-bamboo-rhizome-barrier-step/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/how-to-install-a-bamboo-rhizome-barrier-step/Step-by-step guide to installing a bamboo rhizome barrier: choosing HDPE, trench depth, joints, backfilling, and the yearly checks that make it work.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/pruning-bamboo/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/pruning-bamboo/How to trim, thin and shape garden bamboo: when to cut, how to thin old canes, why topped canes stop growing, and how to keep clumps tidy and in bounds.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/is-bamboo-a-good-plant-to-have-in/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/is-bamboo-a-good-plant-to-have-in/Bamboo can be a good yard plant if you choose a clumping type or contain a running one. Here are the benefits, downsides and a checklist before you plant.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/bamboo-privacy-screen/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/bamboo-privacy-screen/How to plant a bamboo privacy screen: choose clumping or running types, pick species for your zone, set spacing, and care for it while it fills in.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/running-vs-clumping-bamboo-differences-pros-and-cons/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/running-vs-clumping-bamboo-differences-pros-and-cons/Running bamboo spreads by long rhizomes, while clumping bamboo forms slow-growing clumps. Compare how they grow, their pros and cons, and which suits your yard.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/where-will-bamboo-grow/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/where-will-bamboo-grow/Bamboo grows from the tropics to cold mountain regions. Learn where it grows naturally, which zones suit garden types, and what sun, soil and water it needs.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/why-bamboo-leaves-turn-yellow-or-brown-and/https://featherandcane.garden/bamboo/why-bamboo-leaves-turn-yellow-or-brown-and/Yellow or brown bamboo leaves can be normal seasonal leaf drop or a sign of water, drainage, feeding or sun problems. Learn how to tell and what to do.BambooFri, 13 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT