If you're looking for the ornamental grasses that grow best in shade, you're best sticking with the likes of Chinese silver grass, Japanese forest grass, lily turf, chasmanthuym latifolium, and carex ...

Last week I discussed the many varieties of grasses that work well for tough, dry spots in full sun. But what about those of us who deal with poorly drained soils and/or shady areas? Options for ...

Most ornamental grasses must have well-drained soil and full sun. Well-established, sun-loving grasses are drought tolerant. Planting them in raised beds will help to ensure good drainage.

Yet not all ornamental grasses demand full sun. Annie Huston of Columbine Design and Birds all & Co. Garden Boutique recommended a shady character. She favors Japanese Forest Grass, Hakenochloa ...

Ornamental grasses provide a variety of seasonal exhibitions throughout the year. ... Reaching a height of six feet, it prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soils.

Partial to full sun, 3 feet x 3 feet. 2. Muhlenbergia capillaris 'Irvine,' Plumetastic Pink Muhly Grass: Exceptional, upright, slightly arching form with vivid purple plumes.

It thrives in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade, as most grasses do. This tough plant even thrives next to the roadside. If you can’t grow pink muhly grass, don’t despair.

Most deciduous ornamental grasses require full sun, but there are two highly colorful varieties of hakonechloa (Japanese forest grass) that thrive in shade.

Landscaping with ornamental grasses exposes the many varieties, sizes, shapes, and colors available. Also, ornamental grasses have great applications in container gardens and offer deer tolerance.

Many grasses require full sun, but may tolerate part sun. Apply additional water during plant establishment; use drip irrigation for a waterwise approach. Maintaining ornamental grasses is easy.