Autumn is being highlighted as a prime time for planting grasses in gardens. For those who believe planting should occur between September and April, this period marks the start of a new gardening season.
Gardeners are encouraged to plant hardy varieties in smaller pots now. This allows the grasses to establish themselves during the cooler months, preparing them to put on a display next year.
Grasses are versatile and can grow in a range of conditions, including moist environments, as demonstrated by Beth Chatto’s water garden in Essex. Certain varieties, such as Calamagrostis x acutiflora ‘Karl Foerster’, have also been noted to perform well in shady areas.