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Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass

Erianthus Ravennae

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Overview

Erianthus ravennae, or Hardy Pampas Grass, is a robust perennial reaching 9-12 feet tall, with showy silver-white plumes up to 2 feet long, gracing the landscape from late summer to winter. Its long, arching green leaves form dense clumps, adding texture to garden spaces. Thriving in USDA zones 5-9, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil, requiring minimal maintenance while offering dramatic height and movement. Ideal for screens or as a focal point.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 5–10Type Grass, PerennialClimate Temperate
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — requiring minimal maintenance while offering dramatic height and movement
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — with showy silver-white plumes up to 2 feet longHardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — it hails from the Poaceae family and is prized for its grand stature and feathery plumesHardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — Hardy Pampas Grass typically reaches heights of 9 to 12 feet with a spread of about 4 to 6 feet atHardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — gracing the landscape from late summer to winterHardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — providing a commanding presence.<br><br>Its toweringHardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — it prefers full sun and well-drained soil+28

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass, Perennial
Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — requiring minimal maintenance while offering dramatic height and movement
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — with showy silver-white plumes up to 2 feet long
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — it hails from the Poaceae family and is prized for its grand stature and feathery plumes
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — Hardy Pampas Grass typically reaches heights of 9 to 12 feet with a spread of about 4 to 6 feet at
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — gracing the landscape from late summer to winter
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — providing a commanding presence.<br><br>Its towering
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — it prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — Ideal for screens or as a focal point
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — is a striking ornamental perennial that brings a bold
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — is a robust perennial reaching 9-12 feet tall
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — Its long, arching green leaves form dense clumps, adding texture to garden spaces
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — silvery-grey plumes emerge in late summer and hold their appeal well into the winter months
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — vertical element to any landscape
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — Thriving in USDA zones 5-9
Hardy Pampas Grass, Ravenna Grass (Erianthus Ravennae) — commonly referred to as Hardy Pampas Grass or Ravenna Grass
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
Erianthus Ravennae
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