<< Previous Plant  |   Next Plant >> Arundo donax 'Variegata' Variegated Giant Reed A large, upright, clump-forming grass which makes a striking addition to both herbaceous and shrub borders. This hardy and disease resistant plant has been used as a source for the reeds in woodwind instruments. Giant reed-grass with plumes in fall. Early vegetative growth is heavily variegated white to solid white. Quite Striking. Characteristics & Attributes Exposure Sun Sun with Moist Soil Full sun to part shade Soil Moisture Needs Moist Wet Season of Interest (Flowering) Late Summer Winter Critter Resistance Rabbit Resistant Deer Resistant Growth Rate Fast Season of Interest (Foliage) Early Spring Winter Late Spring / Early Summer Summer Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips Cut down canes in late winter-early spring. Keep area around base of canes mulched to keep moisture in and weeds out. Use plumes and canes in dried winter arrangements. Wonderful pool-pond side planting. Can be invasive if planted around a natural pond-lake. Containement can be handled by cutting rhizomes around the base of the planting. Interesting Notes Fall plumes are tinged red-pink to light pink. During cool weather in spring and in fall, new foliage emerges with white variegation.

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