Arundo donax var. versicolor
Variegated Giant Reed |
USDA Zone: 6-9 |
Plant number: 8.040.100
Very popular for use in large perennial beds, often seen grown as a large specimen or focal point in parks and botanical gardens. Plants form a tall upright clump of corn-like leaves, strongly striped with green and white or creamy-yellow. Spikes of pinkish flowers may appear in the autumn. Roots can become large and woody, so division of old clumps in spring can become quite a task. Where not hardy this may be grown in a container, cut back in late fall and wintered indoors. The species is listed on various government invasive weed lists in Canada and the USA, where it outcompetes other plants for limited water resources. Heritage Perennials no longer produces or sells any varieties of Arundo donax, and we recommend against its use in landscape plantings.
Further details for
Arundo donax var. versicolor
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Light Pink
Blooming Time Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage Color Grey Green Variegated White
Plant Uses & Characteristics Border Containers Deer Resistant Tall/Screening Specimen Waterside
Flower Head Size Large
Height 180-350 cm 70-137 inches
Spread 90-150 cm 35-59 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Fast
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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