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Ornamental grasses are sometimes overlooked in gardens in favor of showier blossoming plants. Although these low-maintenance plants provide color and interest throughout the spring and summer, they really hit their peak at the end of the season. As summer comes to an end, ornamental grasses develop seed heads and color beautifully.

Insect- and disease-resistant and with low nutrient requirements, you’ll find planting and maintaining these grasses to be a breeze. When transferring new plants to your bed, water them well to help establish the root system. Once an ornamental grass is established, it rarely needs supplemental watering. Supplemental fertilizing for established plants is not really necessary, either.

The principal work in maintaining these plants is keeping the grasses cut back, which is best done in late winter or early spring. With a pair of hand clippers or a weed trimmer, cut back your plant’s foliage to 4 to 6 inches.

You’ll find that ornamental grasses are a solid choice for low-maintenance beds and borders. In addion to color and texture, grasses add motion and sound, too. These plants are good for accent foliage or in larger “drifts.”

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