Chasmanthium latifolium ~ River Oats, Inland Sea Oats southern-living In southern states grows best

In southern states grows best with afternoon shade and dry

The leaves have the best flavor after the first frost

Tends to sprawl as summer progresses

colorful warm-season native grass that once dominated the Midwest prairies

The upright clumps of flattened foliage emerge grey to blue-green and mature to green with red hues before turning reddish-bronze with lavender tones after frost

Chasmanthium latifolium ~ River Oats, Inland Sea Oats southern-living In southern states grows bestInland Sea Oats is an upright grass with a clumping habit native to the rocky slopes and streams of the Eastern Coast. The bright green leaves sport distinguishing flat, drooping seedheads in terminal clusters that emerge green and mature to purple bronze in late summer while the foliage shifts to copper after frost and eventually browns. Prefers part sun and moist well drained soil. Type: Orn. Grass Origins: Eastern N. America; GA Native Height: 2 5