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Phragmites karka 'Candy Stripe'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Phragmites karka 'Candy Stripe' (variegated reed grass) bears white blooms during early autumn to mid autumn. The foliage is faded green and white in colour. A specimen plant, Phragmites karka 'Candy Stripe' (variegated reed grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen and waterfront.
Special Characteristics Phragmites karka 'Candy Stripe' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Phragmites karka 'Candy Stripe' (variegated reed grass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.