Arundo donax - P9

Description
With its medium green leaf colouring, the Giant Reed (Arundo donax) is a decorative design element in the garden, which also stands out with its upright and runner-forming growth. The white flower plumes adorn this grass from summer onwards. It feels most at home in a sunny location with humus-rich soil. In favourable conditions, this hardy grass reaches a height of approx. 3.5 m and grows up to 3 m wide.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Giant Reeds are medium green, linear.

Spread
Southern Europe.

Frost hardiness
The Giant Reed has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright, runner-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Planting partner
The Giant Reed sets beautiful accents together with: Large garden water-east, bog sage.

Care
This plant should not be cut back in autumn as it looks pretty in winter or the dead plant parts serve as winter protection. Only prune in spring before new shoots appear.

Flower
The white flowers appear from July to August.

Use
Pond edge, stream