Dramatic and architectural. Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, medium to light, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to September Hardiness: fully hardy A dramatic addition to the garden, this deciduous grass has tall, glaucous, arching leaves and produces masses of long, fluffy, silvery-white flowers in late summer. In autumn, the leaves and flowers mature to a beautiful buff colour. Use as a focal point in a mixed border or gravel garden, or to soften the lines of a building. Garden care: Cut down to the ground in late winter, before the new foliage appears.