Best Ornamental Grasses for Midwest Gardens

This low-growing, mounding plant has bright yellow, green-striped leaves, making them perfect for brightening shady spots in gardens. From late summer to midautumn, it bears needlelike, pale green spikelets.

Size: 14 inches tall, 16 inches wide
Conditions: partial shade and well-drained soil
Zones: 5-9
Best for: adding bright color to shade gardens