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Giant Reed, Arundo Reed

Arundo Donax

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Overview

Arundo donax, commonly called Giant Reed, is a fast-growing perennial reaching up to 20 feet in height. It forms dense stands with cane-like stems of 0.75 to 1 inch in diameter, featuring lush, lanceolate leaves up to 24 inches long. Suitable for zones 6-10, this reed thrives in full sun and moist soil, often used for screening and erosion control. Note its invasive potential and consider responsible management practices.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, MediumZones 6–10Climate Arid, Mediterranean
Giant Reed, Arundo Reed (Arundo Donax) — Arundo donax, commonly called Giant Reed, is a fast-growing perennial reaching up to 20 feet in height

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Poaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Photos (77)

Giant Reed, Arundo Reed (Arundo Donax) — white flowers in the garden; known for its tall stature, this species can soar impressively to heights, image 73
Giant Reed, Arundo Reed (Arundo Donax) — grass with white blooms; well-drained loams but maintains a hardy disposition, image 74
Giant Reed, Arundo Reed (Arundo Donax) — grass for full or half; effortlessly becoming a focal point in spacious gardens and larger landscape, image 75
Giant Reed, Arundo Reed (Arundo Donax) — Arundo donax, commonly called Giant Reed, is a fast-growing perennial reaching up to 20 feet in height, image 76
Giant Reed, Arundo Reed (Arundo Donax) — It forms dense stands with cane-like stems of 0.75 to 1 inch in diameter; in late summer to early fall, image 77

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