Calamagrostis 'Chejudõ'
Introduced by Bleddyn and Sue Wynn-Jones from Crûg Farm in Wales brought back from plant hunting trips to Taiwan. Named after small island off Taiwan coast. Makes dense tidy clump with spiky but wide bright green foliage. In early to midsummer, short stiff stems rise above foliage to display dense spikes initially green but quickly ripening.
Native to Taiwan. The compact habit suits smaller gardens. Suitable for borders, containers, and small spaces. The bright green foliage is attractive. The short stiff stems maintain upright habit. More compact than typical feather reed grasses. Clumping and well-behaved. The dense spikes provide textural interest.
Growing Conditions
Light: full sun to part shade
Moisture: average
Soil: average
Hardiness zone: 5
Maintenance: low
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 50
Spread (cm): 40
Habit: compact upright
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: July–Oct
Seasonal interest: summer through fall; dense spikes; compact upright form
Foliage: bright green
Flower: green
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: seed for birds
Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes
Habitat: borders; containers; small gardens; compact spaces
Features: dense spiky foliage; bright green; compact habit; Taiwanese native; short stiff stems; Crûg Farm introduction; small spaces
Notes: Taiwanese native; Crûg Farm introduction; compact habit; bright green foliage; shorter than typical; suitable for small spaces