Reed Canary Grass

9cm Pot, Superplugs, Wildflower Plugs

Phalaris arundinacea. This is a perennial grass which spreads underground by its thick rhizomes

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Latin Name: Phalaris arundinacea

Common Name(s): Reed Canary Grass

Plant Type: Perennial

Habitat: Marshland - Zone B, Pond Margin - Zone C

Colour:

Green

Height:

200cm

Flowering Time:

July - September

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Description

Reed Canary grass can also be known as gardener’s-garters, Sometimes has variegated leaves, the spikelets are light green, often streaked with darker green or purple. These native wetland plants can be eaten. Edible parts: Leaves; Root, Seed and Stem, uses as Sweetener.

Planted along the margins of a pond or river, phalaris arundinacea have a wide range of benefits including helping with erosion control, and providing great cover for animals and wildlife.

Preferring partial shade this perennial grass species is winter hardy and can withstand periods of inundation.

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