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Northern Sea Oats

Chasmanthium Latifolium

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Overview

Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium latifolium) is a perennial grass prized for its distinctive, flat fish-shaped seed heads that flutter in the breeze. Growing 24-36 inches tall, with a spread of 18-24 inches, it's a shade-tolerant, low-maintenance choice. Its green foliage turns a golden brown in fall, complementing most garden designs. Thrives in USDA zones 3-8 with moderate water. Ideal for erosion control and naturalistic landscapes.

Sun HalfWater HighZones 5–9Type Grass, Perennial
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — Ideal for erosion control and naturalistic landscapes; offering movement and a captivating silhouette against

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
High
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass, Perennial

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Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — Ideal for erosion control and naturalistic landscapes
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — It requires minimal maintenance
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — well-drained soils with full sun to partial shade exposure
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — but be aware of its self-seeding tendency; though it flourishes in moist
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — It requires minimal maintenance; bamboo-like leaves measuring 1 to 2 inches wide and up to 10 inches long
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — The plant matures to a height of 2 to 4 feet and spreads approximately 18 to 24 inches
Northern Sea Oats (Chasmanthium Latifolium) — flat fish-shaped seed heads that flutter in the breeze; textured backdrop for other garden plants, image 50
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
Chasmanthium Latifolium
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