Ornamental Grass
Ornamental Grasses
Ornamental grasses are popular for use in commercial and homeowner landscapes. Attractive foliage, showy flowers, and distinctive seed heads make many annual and perennial grasses suitable for fresh and dried floral arrangements. Ornamental grasses can be added to an existing nursery operation or become the focus of a specialty nursery.
Key Requirements
| Land | Low to Medium |
| Labor | Low to Medium |
| Capital | Low |
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Markets
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Wholesale
Pests & Disease
Ornamental grasses are generally regarded as disease free and insect free in landscapes, however, some pest problems occasionally appear in commercial production.
Costs and returns are presented as estimates. They will vary based on your farm and markets.
Costs and returns are presented as estimates. They will vary based on your farm and markets.
Challenges
The level of management for container-grown plants is significantly higher than in field production.
Opportunities
- Ornamental grasses can be a very profitable addition to an existing nursery operation.
- There is a high demand for ornamental grasses partially due to their problem-free, low-maintenance reputation.