What: Zebra grass is a large clumping perennial well known for its green leaves splashed with creamy yellow spots. Its form weeps gently downward, creating a graceful focal point in the garden. In ...

I bought a small pot of zebra grass last summer. It didn't do well last year, and this year half of the leaves turned brown and dried up. I don't feel like I am overwatering it, and it is in full day ...

Few of us are thinking about our lawns this time of year, but that does not mean we can’t be thinking about grass. I don’t mean overseeding with rye grass for the winter or devising strategies for ...

Q: I've noticed a few local churches and commercial landscapes with very tall (7- to 10-foot at least) pampas-looking grass with very strong stems and large plumes in full sun. Can you tell me the ...

Late summer and early fall can be dull times in Gulf Coast gardens. The relentless heat and absence of rain discourage all but the feeblest blooming from even the hardiest perennials. However, now ...

One set of plants that fares well in droughts is ornamental grass. Here are some selections to consider. Purple fountain grass is used in landscapes for its striking color. The splash of red-purple ...

Looking for a gardener’s dream plant — a tough perennial that will give your landscaping a lush look that requires little care and will last for decades? Then it’s time you get acquainted with ...

Ornamental grasses are dramatic plantings, providing depth, texture and color to your landscape. And they're pretty easy to grow, have few pest and disease problems, and are an excellent choice for ...

Tie tall grasses into bundles before trimming to reduce cleanup. Trim invasive or fire-prone varieties in fall to control spread and lower fire risk. As with lawn grasses, there are both warm-season ...