Chasmanthium laxum, commonly called slender woodoats, is a North American native perennial that thrives in moist to dry soil in part sun to shade.

Chasmanthium laxum (slender woodoats)

Chasmanthium laxum (slender wood oats)

General info: Chasmanthium laxum, commonly called slender woodoats, is a North American native perennial that thrives in moist to dry soil in part sun to shade. Slender woodoats is typically found growing in swamps, meadows, and wooded areas. It thrives in shady to partially sunny areas. Prefers moist well drained soils. It has the ability to adapt to dry coarse soils.

 

Landscape uses: Slender woodoats is a very versatile native perennial. First, this species is used in a lot of restoration projects that has some partial shade. It is a wonderful grass that adds natural beauty to any native garden.

Light Exposure Full Sun – Part Shade
Growth Cycle Select
Height with Bloom 2 to 3′
Foliage Color. Green
Moisture Req. Dry to Wet
Bloom Brown Seed Heads
Origin Southeastern US America
Height without Bloom 2 to 3′
Zone 3 to 9