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Phalaris arundinacea var. picta 'Dwarf Garters'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The ornamental grass Phalaris arundinacea var. picta 'Dwarf Garters' (canary reedgrass) bears white blossoms during late spring to late summer. This plant is mat forming and has showy, matte and medium textured foliage that is striped white and medium green in colour.
Typical Uses Border and container.
Special Characteristics Phalaris arundinacea var. picta 'Dwarf Garters' is tolerant of wet sites, compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Phalaris arundinacea var. picta 'Dwarf Garters' (canary reedgrass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Phalaris arundinacea var. picta 'Dwarf Garters' (canary reedgrass) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.