Calamagrostis acutiflora | Overdam Richard Wilford Alstromerias are not a bulb

Alstromerias are not a bulb

Plants can be divided in spring if they become woody and overgrown

The basal foliage though is only about 60cm wide and bushy - the word giant really comes from the tall airy stems of flowers as in my garden the clumps of foliage are only about 50-60cm high with the flowers that float above the foliage

The vertical spires of flowers create great interest in the garden and contrast well with other flower shapes

Calamagrostis acutiflora | Overdam Richard Wilford Alstromerias are not a bulbThis lovely Feather Reed Grass is a sport of Calamagrostis x acutiflora Karl Foerster and has striking arched creamy white striped leaves with green variegation. Overdam will tolerate both heat and humidity but will appreciate a partially shaded area in warmer locations, but it also enjoys cooler temperatures as well. Overdam has a clumping habit that has striking airy seed heads that tower above its striking foliage. Overdam should be cut back at the