Chasmanthium latifolium, commonly known as River Oats, is admired for its distinctive, cascading seed heads that resemble small, hanging oats. The plant features broad, lance-shaped leaves and graceful, arching flower spikes that turn a rich, tawny color in the fall. This visual appeal makes River Oats a striking addition to any landscape.
In garden and prairie settings, River Oats excels as a structural plant or in drifts. Its unique seed heads and arching growth habit create movement and texture, making it ideal for adding a dynamic element to garden beds or naturalized areas. Its adaptability to various soil conditions and its ornamental value enhance both formal gardens and wildflower plantings.
Sun Exposure: Full, Partial, Shade
Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet
Height: 2-4 feet
Wetland Status: FACW
Chasmanthium latifolium, commonly known as River Oats, is admired for its distinctive, cascading seed heads that resemble small, hanging oats. The plant features broad, lance-shaped leaves and graceful, arching flower spikes that turn a rich, tawny color in the fall. This visual appeal makes River Oats a striking addition to any landscape.
In garden and prairie settings, River Oats excels as a structural plant or in drifts. Its unique seed heads and arching growth habit create movement and texture, making it ideal for adding a dynamic element to garden beds or naturalized areas. Its adaptability to various soil conditions and its ornamental value enhance both formal gardens and wildflower plantings.
Sun Exposure: Full, Partial, Shade
Soil Moisture: Medium-Wet
Height: 2-4 feet
Wetland Status: FACW
