2022-2023 Hoffman Nursery Catalog of Grasses & Sedges

What We Grow
Grasses
Grasses are the backbone of Hoffman Nursery’s
growing program. From traditional ornamental
grasses to exciting native selections, their form,
texture, and functionality give them year-round appeal.
Grasses have efficient, fibrous root systems,
and many withstand drought and thrive in poor soil.
True grasses reside in Poaceae, which has the widest
distribution of all flowering plant families and is
important economically and ecologically worldwide.
Sedges
Sedges continue to gain popularity. They’re smart
alternatives to traditional lawns, ground covers,
and mulch—especially in shade. They add texture
and interest to containers, mixed plantings, and
borders. Sedges are in Cyperaceae and are distinguished
from true grasses by triangular stems,
fused sheaths, and other subtle characteristics.
Most sedges in the nursery trade are in the genus
Carex, but Cyperaceae includes more than 100
other genera.
Grasslike Plants
We grow other plants that resemble grasses but
belong to different botanical families. Juncus, in
Juncaceae, offer stylishness and structure for wet
and moist areas. Many withstand dry spells once
established, making them great choices for rain
gardens. Acorus in Acoraceae and Equisetum in
Equisetaceae are happiest in moist and wet soils.
Contents
Covering Ground..................................................................................4
Plants for Green Infrastructure............................................................ 10
Quick Guides..................................................................................... 15
Drought Tolerant ........................................................................... 16
Shade Tolerant............................................................................... 17
Wet Areas..................................................................................... 18
Cool Season.................................................................................. 18
North American Natives & Cultivars................................................. 19
Salt Tolerant..................................................................................20
Height Guide.................................................................................20
Zone Guide....................................................................................22
Plant Descriptions.............................................................................. 25
Carex Comparison Chart..................................................................33
Miscanthus Comparison Chart.........................................................62
Switchgrass Comparison Chart......................................................... 70
Fountain Grass Comparison Chart.................................................... 75
Little Bluestem Comparison Chart....................................................83
Ordering & Shipping...........................................................................88
List of Plant Names & Page Numbers..................................................93
Trade Shows
Cultivate’22
July 16-19, 2022; Columbus, OH—Booth 3013
Perennial Plant Association National Symposium
August 1-5, 2022; Lancaster, PA
Hoffman Nursery, Inc.
5520 Bahama Road
Rougemont, NC 27572
Phone: 800-203-8590
Fax: 919-471-3100
Email: sales@hoffmannursery.com
Mid-Atlantic Nursery Trade Show (MANTS)
January 11-13, 2023; Baltimore, MD—Booth 412
Green & Growin’ Marketplace
January 19-20, 2023; Greensboro, NC—Booths 533 & 535
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