Large Variegated Common Reed Phragmites australis 'Variegatus' - 3L Pot
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Variegated Common Reed Phragmites australis 'Variegatus' - 3L Pot
The Common Reed is an invasive grass with dark purple flowers blooming in summer and autumn. It grows up to 3 metres in height, and forms an extensive colony of erect, leafy stems with floppy linear leaves.
The leaves have rich, bright yellow stripes in spring to early summer, which then fade to pure white.
- Foliage Colour: striped yellow, white
- Flower Colour: purple in summer and autumn
- Approx. Growth Height: 2.5m - 4m
- Max. Spread: 2.5m - 4m
- Flowering Time: summer
- Planting Time: spring/summer
- Uses: waterside, bog gardens, wildflower gardens
- Exposure: exposed, sheltered
- Growing Habit: tufted
- Hardiness: hardy
- Rate of Growth: max height in 5-10 years
| Common Name | Common_Reed |
|---|---|
| Flower Colour | Purple |
| Flowering Month | August, September, October |
| Is Collection/Mix? | No |
| Region | Pondside & Damp Ground |
| Needs Ericaceous Compost? | No |
| Foliage Colour | Green, Yellow |
| Supplied As | 3L Pot |
| Supplied As | 2L-3L Pot |
| Pond Function | Flowering |
| Pond Type | Reeds & Rushes |
| Type | Pond Plants |
| Latin Name | Phragmites |
| Shop By Category | Pond Plants |