Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta'

Ribbon Grass, Canary Grass, Gardener's Garter Grass, Reed Canary Grass

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9B
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Green
Bloom time Early Summer to Late Summer
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, container, erosion control, foundation, ground cover, massing, seashore, specimen, woodland garden
Height 4' to 5' / 1.20m to 1.60m
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing