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Phalaris arundinacea picta

Variegated Ribbon Grass

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer: Linda Engstrom, JJ Neilso

 

Description

Ribbon Grass is a decorative perennial grass. Tough, tenacious, bamboo-like grass that spreads aggressively by underground runners to form spreading, 2'-3' high clumps. 'Picta' has green leaves with longitudinal white stripes. Airy flower clusters are white, aging to pale brown.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Perennial, Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.