Plant Profile: Phalaris arundinacea

Ribbon Grass is a cool-season variety known for its striking white-striped foliage that grows in an upright, open manner. For optimal growth, it should be planted in areas that receive full sun to partial shade, preferably in rich, moist soil. This grass is adaptable, thriving in both wet and dry conditions, including coastal and drought-prone environments. While it can spread rapidly through rhizomes, its growth is more restrained in clay soils. It serves well as a ground cover or as a decorative element in containers.