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Gardeners are just beginning to discover ornamental grasses and their majestic contribution to home landscapes. These lush fountains of foliage are lovely in spring and summer, but they're nothing short of spectacular in fall, when their feathery flower heads sway in the breeze. The buff-colored plumes endure into winter, too, keeping the garden attractive when all else has gone dormant. For contrast, we've added a couple flowering perennials and some optional spring-flowering bulbs to the design. Plant in full sun.