Chasmanthium latifolium (River Oats) Size:1 lbs Seed reaching 2-3 feet in height

reaching 2-3 feet in height

The familiar "fiddleheads" uncoil from the base of the plant into large 2-4' long fronds which remain attractive throughout the year and turn yellow in autumn

It can also be found in northern Indiana and southern Michigan

Soil Conditions: Wet mesic

Chasmanthium latifolium (River Oats) Size:1 lbs Seed reaching 2-3 feet in heightChasmanthium latifolium (River Oats or Indian Woodoats) was once apparently an extremely rare plant of the Chicagoland area, however, it is now widely cultivated for its splendid beauty. Take advantage of this grass in any prairie or part shade native garden with it famously beautiful seed heads and foliage. It self sows easily, it can fill bare ground but can also be easily tamed by hand pulling if so desired. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil