Description
Phalaris ‘Ribbon Grass’ – Striking Variegated Groundcover
Add a splash of bold texture and colour to your garden with Phalaris arundinacea ‘Picta’, commonly known as Ribbon Grass. This hardy ornamental grass features eye-catching green and creamy white striped leaves that create a luminous effect in borders, beds, and containers. Ideal for adding contrast to soft-textured plants or filling tricky areas with low-maintenance beauty.
Growing Conditions:
Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade. Colour is brightest in sunnier spots.
Water: Moderate water needs; tolerates moist or boggy soils and performs well near ponds or streams.
Soil: Grows in a variety of soils – thrives in fertile, well-drained or even clay-rich areas.
Growth Habit: Fast-growing, spreading rhizomatously; best contained in smaller beds or pots in garden settings.
Size: Reaches up to 60cm high and spreads readily.
Hardiness: Cold hardy and resilient – suitable for a wide range of climates.
Maintenance: Cut back hard in late winter to encourage fresh new growth. May need containment to prevent aggressive spread.
Perfect for: Mass planting, erosion control, water features, and contrasting texture in mixed perennial plantings.
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