Picta reed canary grass
Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta'
USDA zones3 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Sizeup to 4 feet tallup to 5 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Picta' reed canary grass (Phalaris arundinacea 'Picta') is a grass for borders, ground cover, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil of most types. It grows fast and stands erect, and it tolerates drought. Deer rarely make it their first choice. Give it room to spread, since it can reach about 59 inches wide.
Pairs well with Siebold's hosta, Astilbe, Hardy geranium, and Phasion canna.