| Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
| Plant Height: | 8-13 feet |
| Plant Spread: | Forms clumps 3-6 feet wide |
| Leaves: | Semi-evergreen |
| Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
| Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Provides winter interest Erosion control |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Birds |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant Humidity tolerant Salt tolerant |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
