Broomsedge
(native; very invasive)

Andropogon virginicus

Carex
(short, grass-like plant)

Carex sp.

Fountain Grass
Small grass with foxtail flowers; the maroon one is an annual and not hardy.

Pennisetum alopecuriodes

Giant Reed
(striped cane)

Arundo donax

Miscanthus (maiden grass)
All cultivars excellent: 'Gracillimus' has fine texture to four feet; 'Zebrinus' has yellow stripes across the leaf blades; 'Variegata' holds up well in gardens

Miscanthus sinensis

Pampas Grass
(not reliable in North Miss.)

Cortaderia selloana

River Oats
(shade, good cut flower)

Chasmanthium latifolium

Variegated Ribbon Grass
For the shade

Phalaris arundinacea