Reed Canary Grass

Phalaris Arundinacea Picta

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Overview

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta') is a variegated, perennial grass with ribbon-like leaves streaked in green and white, reaching up to 2-3 feet in height. Its spreading habit makes it ideal for filling spaces or creating borders. It thrives in moist conditions and full to partial sun. For interest, feathery flower heads emerge in summer. Zone hardy 4-9, it requires regular monitoring to control its invasive potential.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 6–9

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta') is a variegated

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — perennial grass with ribbon-like leaves streaked in green and white

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — reaching up to 2-3 feet in height

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Its spreading habit makes it ideal for filling spaces or creating borders

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — It thrives in moist conditions and full to partial sun

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — For interest, feathery flower heads emerge in summer

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Zone hardy 4-9, it requires regular monitoring to control its invasive potential

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Poaceae

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Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta') is a variegated

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — perennial grass with ribbon-like leaves streaked in green and white

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — reaching up to 2-3 feet in height

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Its spreading habit makes it ideal for filling spaces or creating borders

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — It thrives in moist conditions and full to partial sun

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — For interest, feathery flower heads emerge in summer

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Zone hardy 4-9, it requires regular monitoring to control its invasive potential

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta')

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — variegated appearance to ornamental gardens

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — Standing at an impressive 5 to 6 feet tall with a spread of 2 to 3 feet

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea Picta) — this grass makes a strong vertical statement

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