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

ARUNDO donax var. versicolor

Available Early Spring 2022 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

£16.00 each

Available Early Spring 2022

2 to 3 Litre

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Evergreen
Arching, broadly linear, white-striped leaves to 60cm (24in) long.
Height
1.8m (6ft), more in mild climates.
Spread
60cm (24in)
Ornamental grasses
Clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial with stout stems
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
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Leaf Colour (if not green)
Silver variegated
Seasonal Interest
Autumn
Spring
Summer
Winter
Soil Conditions
Tolerates all - thrives in moist conditions.