what type of ornamental grass grows FAST from SEED?

Question

Are there any? I tried blue fescue grass from seed last spring and it was so slow-growing. ugh!

So are there any TALL varieties that will grow much faster, or do I have to gulp and pay alot more for one already started in a pot?

I live in northwest ohio, Zone 5

thanks,
sammie

Answer 1

There are lots of annual types available now:

Onramental Wheats 3-4 feet, silver tip, red top or black tip;
Purple Majesy Pennisetum 4 feet - which is deep purple.
Angel Hair 24" (stipa tenuissima) which is a perennial but often grown as an annual really beautiful.

Order a seed catalogue from www.vesseys.com. or just check out what they have.

Excellent source for seeds. Catalogue is from Canada. We get it free here, but if in the US - probably seed catalogues a plenty
there too.

Answer 2

Hi Sammie, I planted some lemon grass last year and it went from seed to full growth in no time flat. On top of that it smelled wonderful and was a very nice color. Good luck in finding one.

Answer 3

Tall Fescue. Annual rye grows quick but will die. Do a 50/50 if you need a quick stand of grass that will eventually last.