Plant type: Grass. Ideal Conditions: Moist and well-drained soil. Tips for Use: Specimen, massing, hedge, cottage garden or pond/water garden. Zone: 5 to 9. Growth: Height: 4 to 5 feet. Spread: 2.5 to 3 feet. Ornamental Feature: Tiny reddish tinge flowers in tassel-like inflorescences above foliage from July to February. Tags: Full Sun/Partial Shade. Care & Maintenance: Cut back grasses either late fall or early spring to promote new growth.