Hi there, I have baby banana plants to exchange for a tall red ornamental grass. I have pictures of the baby and mother banana plants. It was originally given in a trade so I unfortunately don't know the name but in just a few years, it is 5-6 feet. The baby is 1 foot high. If you have a pic of your grass that would be great. Thanks, Heather

I sent you an e-mail, robin16795@gmail.com

Here's a link to a comparative chart for grasses which will be hardy in your zone. Heights and hardiness zones are included for each grass. http://www.bluestem.ca/grass-comparison-chart.htm Something to keep in mind, when considering grasses for screening...they will only provide privacy for about 2/3 of the year. They need to be cut down to the ground in late winter, and will take at least 4 months to grow back to full mature height.

My first choice would be Panicum virgatum 'Northwind.' It's the most erect and upright grass I've seen, and will stay within the narrow bed nicely. The species is almost certainly native to Massachusetts, at least in its coastal regions. My next choice would be Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster.' Not quite as erect in habit as 'Northwind' but close. A benefit is the fact it is a cool season grass and will start its seasonal growth earlier than 'Northwind' and provide a longer season of interest. Most other tall grasses will greatly exceed 1.5-2' of bed width, at least at the top of the clump. If you can stand the overhang of driveway and lawn, then there are far more options.