The Grass Doctor

what type of ornamental grass grows FAST from SEED?

Are there any? I tried blue fescue grass from seed last spring and it was so slow-growing. ugh! So are there any TALL varieties that will grow much faster, or do I have to gulp and pay alot more for one already started in a pot? I live in northwest ohio, Zone 5 thanks, sammie

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1. Hi Sammie, I planted some lemon grass last year and it went from seed to full growth in no time flat. On top of that it smelled wonderful and was a very nice color. Good luck in finding one.
2. There are lots of annual types available now: Onramental Wheats 3-4 feet, silver tip, red top or black tip; Purple Majesy Pennisetum 4 feet - which is deep purple. Angel Hair 24" (stipa tenuissima) which is a perennial but often grown as an annual really beautiful. Order a seed catalogue from www.vesseys.com. or just check out what they have. Excellent source for seeds. Catalogue is from Canada. We get it free here, but if in the US - probably seed catalogues a plenty there too.