Growing up to 15-18?, this grass is impressive. Big and vigorous, Arundo donax grows big and blooms huge feather like plumes in September. It likes moisture and is also tolerant of sea salt & wind. Great effect growing over a stream or pond where the large blue/green foliage will hang over the water. Native to Southern Europe, it is the primary wood for reed instruments, but can be invasive in warmer climates, but not in the Delaware Valley where it will form a large clump which may have to be thinned every 5-10 years. Excellent winter interest!
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Uses Huge specimen, screening, large perennial beds or borders. Stem used for wood wind reeds, hence the name "Giant Reed Grass"
Winter Interest Massive and attractive structure. Very nice in the winter lanscape and in the snow.
Fruit Seeds
Flower Huge plumes in late summer early fall. Gorgeous and impressive!
