About
A graceful grass, reaching 20-80cm, with arching foliage clump. It produces feathery heads. 'Rubra' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Phragmites are vigorous rhizomatous perennial grasses with linear leaves and large feathery purple panicles of flowers in late summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationWell-drained soil, full sun
PruningCut back late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistancePest-free
Disease resistanceRust possible