Description: A tall, wispy  bunchgrass that has showy, dense, one-sided panicles; the showy display lasts about 2 to 3 weeks. The long, twisted awns add to showiness of the seedhead.  Needs well-drained, acid soil.

Lifespan: Perennial

Light exposure: Full sun to high pine shade

Bloom color: Florets are various tones of mainly reddish-browns, highlighted by yellow anthers

Bloom season: Fall

Height (in bloom): 3 to 6 feet

Habitat: Mesic to dry flatwoods, pinelands and sandhills

Each packet covers 10 square feet.