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ARUNDO donax var. versicolor
Commonly known as Giant reed, Indian grass
(syn variegata) - half hardy perennial grass with bamboo-like silver variegated foliage which makes an attractive backdrop to a border or in the cool greenhouse
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Evergreen - arching, broadly linear, white-striped leaves to 60cm (24in) long.
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Height - 1.8m (6ft), more in mild climates. -
Spread - 60cm (24in)
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Ornamental grasses - clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial with stout stems
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sun - protect from strong winds. -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - none. -
Place of origin - southern Europe. -
Flower Shape - Panicles - - terminal panicles of light-green to purple spikelets to 60cm (24in) long
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Leaf Colour (if not green) - Silver variegated -
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Seasonal Interest - Autumn -
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Soil Conditions - Tolerates all - - thrives in moist conditions.
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Arundo donax - Growing Guide
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1.8m (6ft), more in mild climates.
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