Common
name: "Ribbon Grass"
Latin name: Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta'
Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 8000'
Growth habit: Upright clump
Max height: 24" - 36"
Spread: 24" Flowers: Yes
Flower type: Plume
above plant Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water:
Photo:
Ribbon Grass
Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta'
Photo: Missouri
Botanic Gardens
Ornamental
Grasses Cultivation:
Plant Ribbon Grass in full sun to partial shade. It is very tolerant of nearly
any soil type.
Ribbon Grass prefers a wet or damp location, and grows quickly.
It also doubles as a marginal water gardening plant. Ribbon Grass
also well in
containers.
Propagation: Purchase pre-started plants at your local
Garden Center. Once established plants can easily be dug and divided from
mid spring to mid summer.
