Phalaris arundinacea var. picta 'Arctic Sun'

A compact, perennial grass that brings vibrant colour and movement to your garden. This variety is prized for its striking foliage.

It forms neat clumps of upright stems. The narrow, linear leaves are bright green and strongly striped with creamy-yellow. In summer, it produces narrow, pale green flower panicles.

• Also known as: Ribbon Grass 'Arctic Sun', Gardener's Garters.
• Height and spread: Reaches a height of 75cm with a similar spread.
• Wildlife benefit: This grass provides valuable cover for ground-feeding birds and insects.

Planting Tips

Plant in moist but well-drained soil. It thrives in full sun or partial shade.

For the best leaf colour, position it in a sunny spot. This plant suits bog gardens, pond edges, or mixed borders.

You can easily control its spread by dividing the clumps every few years in spring.