A variegated selection of Reed Grass, suited to a multitude of uses and not invasive in any way. Low clumps of leaves are striped with green and white, appearing in early spring. Soft feathery greenish-mauve plumes appear in summer, maturing into stiff wheat-coloured spikes, which last into winter. May be used in large groupings towards the back of a border, but also very effective when used more as a single specimen. Hardy enough to survive in containers or tubs in many regions. Clumps may be easily divided in spring. Trim to the ground in March. Cool-season.
USDA Zones: 5-9
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
Dry or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
Flower Colour
Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Variegated
White
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Dried Flower
Drought Tolerant
Rabbit Resistant
Massed
Specimen
Flower Head Size
Large
Height
90-120 cm
35-47 inches
Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium