Ornamental grasses are plants of great value, which have won the hearts of many garden owners. They are perfect as charming partners of other discount species.They take up empty spaces efficiently and without special treatments, and they can also be effective solitaire.
At the end of summer and autumn, they are also an attractive component of potted arrangements on the balcony and terrace.When summer flowers lose their beauty and some containers become empty, it is time for ornamental grasses.Now they can fully reveal the beauty of their inflorescences and leaves.
We will buy many nice species and varieties at the end of summer.This is understandable, as it is now the perfect time to plant grass in containers.Frost-resistant perennials will take root well before winter, and annuals will be fully developed soon, so that for many more days delight with their beauty.
Among the most popular ornamental grasses we can find various forms of Pennisetum, Carex grass-like and multi-colored sedges, as well as many Festuca fescue species that are surprisingly variable.We will plant the extensive 'Sky Rocket' or ordinary miscanthus in spacious containers.Smaller grasses, on the other hand, will fit nicely with other potted plants of late summer.
Grasses can be easily combined with flowering plants.The colorful flowers of the tall Echinacea or dahlia conjure up graceful duets with clumps of low grass. The narrow leaves of various grass species contrast interestingly with the decorative leaves of the Heuchera crane or Hosta funkii.
An exceptionally beautiful picture is created by openwork loose ears and narrow blades of Stipa tenuissima, hovering over the heavily colored flowers of verbena or petunia. An unusual plant is the New Zealand hair sedge Carex comans 'Bronze Form'.It has light brown hanging leaves that form clumps 30 centimeters high, perfectly emphasizing the beauty of blooming astersand chrysanthemums.
