One of the most recent "hot" trends in landscape plants is the popularity of ornamental grasses. They range in size from less than 12 inches up to 15 feet tall or more. Most are well-behaved while some spread rapidly and could become invasive weeds. Included in this group would be some of the bamboos which are majestic, upright plants that could also spread around.

The key is to do a little research on the plants you are considering. As we mentioned, most ornamental grasses are well-behaved, stay where they are planted and have few, if any, disease and insect problems.