Decorative Grass - Northern Sea Oats

Growing and Harvest Information

Plant Type: Perennial

Height:  24-36"

Amount of Sun:  Full sun, part shade

Sow:   Indoors 8-12 weeks before last frost or directly into prepared soil after the danger of frost has passed

Transplant: (recommended) After the danger of frost has passed

Days to Maturity:  160-365  days

Plant Spacing: 12-18"

Pinch: no necessary

Vase Life:  10-14 days

Potential Harvest Yield:

For the longest vase life, harvest when seed heads have matured but still show some green colour,  Seed heads might shatter if harvested after they have fully turned to a dark copper colour. 

Approximate Seeds per Packet: 50