Reed Canary Grass

Phalaris Arundinacea

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Overview

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea), thriving in zones 4-9, is a perennial grass reaching 5-6 feet tall and spreading 2-3 feet wide. Preferring full sun to part shade, it grows rapidly in wet soils and can tolerate flooding. Its dense, feathery, green inflorescences in summer add texture. Caution: It's invasive and may require management to keep in check. Ideal for erosion control and naturalized areas.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 6–9

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Caution: It's invasive and may require management to keep in check

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Caution: It's invasive and may require management to keep in check

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — is a perennial grass reaching 5-6 feet tall and spreading 2-3 feet wide

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Its dense, feathery, green inflorescences in summer add texture

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea)

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Preferring full sun to part shade, it grows rapidly in wet soils and can tolerate flooding

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — this grass often reaches heights between 2 and 6 feet

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Poaceae

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Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Ideal for erosion control and naturalized areas

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Caution: It's invasive and may require management to keep in check

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — is a perennial grass reaching 5-6 feet tall and spreading 2-3 feet wide

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Its dense, feathery, green inflorescences in summer add texture

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea)

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Preferring full sun to part shade, it grows rapidly in wet soils and can tolerate flooding

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — this grass often reaches heights between 2 and 6 feet

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — with a similar spread that can form dense clumps

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Reed Canary Grass is a perennial species known for its robust growth and versatility

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Hardy across USDA Zones 4 to 9

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Its foliage displays flat

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — glossy leaves approximately 1/2 an inch wide and can grow over 10 inches long

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — pale green to purple-flushed panicles that make a subtle statement

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — These inflorescences can be about 3 to 6 inches long, adding vertical interest to your design

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Reed Canary Grass can be aggressively invasive in certain regions

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — This resilient grass thrives in a wide range of soil types but favors moist conditions

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — outcompeting native vegetation

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — To prevent self-seeding and possible invasive behavior

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Whether you seek to create naturalized borders or to integrate a water-wise feature

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — removing the flower heads before they set seed is recommended

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Reed Canary Grass presents a hardy option for both functional and aesthetic purposes in your landscape design

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris arundinacea); its dense, feathery, green inflorescences in summer add texture

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — is a perennial grass reaching 5-6 feet tall and spreading 2-3 feet wide; its foliage displays flat

Reed Canary Grass (Phalaris Arundinacea) — white flowers in the garden

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