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Phalaris arundinacea picta
Ribbon Grass, Variegated
Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum Photographer: Linda Engstrom, JJ Neilso
Description
Ribbon Grass is a decorative perennial grass. It is tough, tenacious, and bamboo-like, spreading aggressively by underground runners to form spreading, 2'-3' high clumps. Ribbon Grass has green leaves with longitudinal white stripes. Airy flower clusters are white, aging to pale brown.
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.