February - the ideal planting time for ornamental grasses. But not too hasty! There are species that prefer to thrive in the sun than in partial shade or even shade. On the other hand, there are ornamental grasses that don't like the blazing sun…

Some types of sedge, such as the forest sedge shown here, thrive wonderfully in the shade

Shade grasses and their properties

There is a whole range of ornamental grasses that also or especially thrive in the shade, for example under trees or on the north side of the house. They are also known as shade grasses. The range of their properties is diverse:

  • carpet-like groundcover, hemispherical or arching-overhanging growth
  • wide or narrow leaves
  • green, white-variegated or yellow leaves
  • evergreen or evergreen
  • suitable for groups or solitary planting

Colorful ornamental grasses for the shade

The colorful ornamental grasses are extremely popular when it comes to planting in shaded areas. They bring light into the darkness. Recommended species include the Japanese sedge with its evergreen foliage, which can have a white edge depending on the variety. The yellow-green garden sedge also provides illuminating accents in the shade.

Green-leaved ornamental grass with tall growth

The green-leaved ornamental grasses that can thrive in the shade are not uncommon. The most prominent species include bamboo, giant sedge and hair grass. They are particularly high and are well suited, for example, as privacy screens.

Sedges - the shade grasses par excellence

If you are undecided, you should take a closer look at sedges. This species is considered hardy and easy to care for. Many sedges even tolerate high humidity to wet. Most sedges also have good frost hardiness. Here are a few recommended examples for the penumbra to shade:

  • Bird's Foot Sedge
  • crested sedge
  • Mushroom sedge
  • dwarf sedge
  • mountain sedge
  • Gold Rim Sedge
  • forest sedge

These ornamental grasses are not suitable for shade

Under no circumstances should you plant these ornamental grasses in shady areas, which need a lot of sunlight to grow:

  • Chinese reed
  • pampas grass
  • Pennisetum grass
  • Indian grass
  • diamond grass
  • silver spike grass
  • switch millet
  • blue fescue

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You can even put the small shade grasses in a bucket on a shady balcony or terrace. Most of the other plants usually have a hard time there.

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Indoor plants