Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta'

Ribbon Grass Plant number: 8.310.100

Also known as Gardener's Garters. This is a spreading grass, forming a wide patch of medium height. Leaves are striped lengthwise with light green and creamy-white, and are useful for flower arrangements. Tan spikes appear in summer. Choose a site where this grass can wander freely, or plant in tubs and containers. Often this will benefit from a hard clip back in midsummer, just as the flower spikes appear, in order to rejuvenate the foliage. Easily divided in spring or fall. Loves moisture. Further details for

Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta' Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure

Full Sun or

Partial Shade Soil Type

Normal or

Sandy or

Clay Soil pH

Neutral or

Alkaline or

Acid Soil Moisture

Average or

Moist or

Wet Care Level

Easy Full Sun orPartial ShadeNormal orSandy orClayNeutral orAlkaline orAcidAverage orMoist orWetEasy Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour

Brown Blooming Time

Early Summer

Mid Summer Foliage Color

Light Green

Variegated

White Plant Uses & Characteristics

Accent: Good Texture/Form

Border

Containers

Cut Flower

Deer Resistant

Ground Cover

Massed

Waterside Flower Head Size

Medium Height

60-90 cm

23-35 inches Spread

90-120 cm

35-47 inches Foot Traffic

None


Growth Rate

Fast BrownEarly SummerMid SummerLight GreenVariegatedWhiteAccent: Good Texture/FormBorderContainersCut FlowerDeer ResistantGround CoverMassedWatersideMedium60-90 cm23-35 inches90-120 cm35-47 inchesNoneFast Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.