Overview
Arundo donax is a plant with a tufted habit in the genus Arundo, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Arundo donax grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include foliage effect and informal screens and dividers.
About
Arundo donax is a tufted, deciduous plant belonging to the genus Arundo in the Poaceae family. It thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, this cultivar is suitable for creating informal screens and dividers, as well as adding foliage effect to the garden. Propagation is achieved by lifting and dividing established clumps in spring.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Arundo donax
About the genus
Arundo is a genus of stout, perennial plants in the grass family.
Wikipedia contributors, "Arundo", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Arundo
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Arundo
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Arundo donax size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Foliage Effect, Informal Screens and Dividers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Arundo donax
- Propagation
- Lift and divide established clumps in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Arundo donax?
Arundo donax prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Arundo donax need?
Arundo donax grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Arundo donax hardy in the UK?
Arundo donax has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Arundo donax?
Lift and divide established clumps in spring.