Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) compost Rigid Plastic Mesh Tree Guards

Rigid Plastic Mesh Tree Guards feature a durable high-density polyethylene construction

but can easily be kept in check by cutting stems back to 12″ in spring

a few months with

This plant is widely used for barrier plantings

And don't worry about 'Lion King' not liking the wet condition in this location

Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass) compost Rigid Plastic Mesh Tree GuardsIt is noted for its narrow vertical growth of bright green leaves to 3' tall and 2' wide and feathery plumes of summer blooming pink to purple tinged flowers on narrow upright stalks rising well above the foliage to 5' tall.