Calamagrostis × acutiflora 'Overdam' (Pot Size 2L) Feather reed grass 'Overdam' sold by Boma Garden Centre

This variegated feather reed grass brings distinctive architectural interest to any garden with its narrow cream-striped foliage and airy flower plumes. In summer, delicate purple sprays emerge above the foliage, maturing to soft golden-brown in autumn and winter, extending the season’s display well into the colder months.Calamagrostis × acutiflora ‘Overdam’ is a robust, trouble-free perennial that thrives in most soils but performs best in moist, well-drained, fertile conditions with humus-rich soil. Fully hardy throughout the UK, it tolerates full sun to partial shade and, once established, is drought tolerant and deer-resistant.The distinctive striped foliage and persistent seed heads provide outstanding seasonal interest from autumn through winter, making this ornamental grass an excellent choice for herbaceous borders, cottage gardens, and contemporary plantings where architectural form is valued.