Ornamental Grasses

Bring movement, texture and gentle rhythm into your garden with our wide range of ornamental grasses that UK plant lovers or enthusiasts look for. These plants are known for the way they sway in the breeze and soften the edges of borders, beds or containers. Ornamental grasses look spectacular in prairie-style planting, but they are just as beautiful when used in small gardens, planters or narrow spaces.

Plant Highlights

  • Hardy ornamental grasses suited to UK gardens
  • Beautiful foliage in shades of green, blue, gold, red and deep purple
  • Evergreen and deciduous grasses available for year-round interest
  • Ideal for borders, planters, patios and low-maintenance spaces
  • Easy to grow, reliable, and perfect for beginners
  • Fast delivery from trusted UK growers

Varieties Available

  • Festuca Intense Blue – A compact blue grass with narrow leaves and bright summer colour.
  • Pony Tails Grass (Stipa) – Soft, feathery stems that create graceful movement.
  • Imperata Red Baron  – Striking red foliage that becomes brighter in summer and autumn.
  • Carex Evergold and Ice Dance – Elegant striped leaves for bright borders.
  • Pampas Grass – A classic favourite with tall plumes and dramatic presence.
  • Miscanthus Morning Light – A refined, upright grass with soft silver tones.
  • Lomandra White Sands – A stylish, architectural grass perfect for modern planting.
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Why Choose Ornamental Grass Plants from Carbeth Plants?

We specialise in plants that thrive in real UK gardens. Every ornamental grass is selected for strength, colour, and reliable seasonal performance. Strong plants leave our nursery so they can settle quickly into your outdoor space.

  • Grown or sourced from experienced UK nurseries
  • Checked by hand for health, root strength and shape
  • Securely packaged to protect delicate stems and leaves
  • Clear growing tips included with every order
  • A wide range of evergreen and deciduous grasses for all garden styles

If you're looking for ornamental grasses UK gardeners trust, Carbeth Plants offers a dependable and well-curated selection.

Seasonal Interest

Ornamental grasses are so loved because they shift and change with the seasons. Many varieties evolve in colour, form seed heads or create new clumps with each passing month.

  • Spring: Fresh new growth appears, often in bright green or blue tones.
  • Summer: Grasses reach height and produce plumes or feathery seedheads.
  • Autumn: Foliage deepens into warm shades of gold, red or bronze.
  • Winter: Evergreen varieties hold their shape while deciduous grasses leave attractive dry stems for structure.

Their year-round interest makes them a favourite for gardeners who want beauty without complex maintenance.

How to Grow and Care for Ornamental Grasses

Ornamental grasses are among the easiest plants to grow in UK gardens. They adapt well to different soil types and work beautifully in borders, containers or mixed planting schemes.

  • Light: Most grasses prefer a sunny position, though sedges such as Carex will also grow well in partial shade.
  • Watering: Water regularly when newly planted. Once established, most grasses are low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.
  • Soil: Plant in well-drained soil. Container grasses appreciate free-draining compost.
  • Feeding: A light feed in spring supports fresh growth.
  • Pruning: Cut back deciduous grasses in late winter before new shoots appear. Evergreen grasses only need damaged leaves trimmed.
  • Spacing: Allow room for clumps to expand over time.

With simple care, your garden grass plants will return stronger each year.

Our Quality Promise and UK Delivery

Every grass plant is packed securely, so stems, roots, and fresh foliage arrive in good condition. We ensure a smooth journey from the nursery to your home.

  • Fast and reliable UK delivery
  • Secure packaging that protects delicate growth
  • Strong, healthy plants ready to thrive in your garden

Order today and enjoy ornamental grasses that add movement, texture and natural beauty to your outdoor space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Festuca, Carex and Stipa are some of the easiest varieties. They need very little care once established and maintain an attractive shape throughout the year.
Yes. Most grasses are perennial plants that return bigger and fuller each year. Evergreen types stay green through winter, while deciduous grasses regrow in spring.
Miscanthus Morning Light, Stipa Pony Tails, Festuca Intense Blue and most Carex varieties are well-behaved choices that stay in neat clumps.
Pampas grass and taller miscanthus varieties are excellent for privacy because they grow into large, upright shapes with height and volume.
Yes. Many varieties are fully hardy and handle frost, cold weather and wet winters with ease.
Festuca, Carex, Lomandra and smaller Pennisetum varieties grow beautifully in pots. They keep their shape well and offer long seasonal interest.
Deciduous grasses should be cut back in late winter. Evergreen types only need a light tidy to remove old leaves.
You can choose green, blue, gold, silver, deep red or variegated grasses depending on your garden style.