Arundo formosana 'Variegata'

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

6a-10b

Arundo formosana 'Variegata' plant details

Arundo formosana 'Variegata' is an evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arundo formosana 'Variegata'

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arundo formosana 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This arundo won't squeeze you out of the garden like its full sized cousin will. To 2-3'tall with evergreen foliage, golden with a green center. Altogether light, airy, and handsome. Spreads slowly by runners. Normal water in part sun is best. Shared with us by surferdude John Greenlee, the grass-guru. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Arundo formosana 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Arundo formosana 'Variegata'

Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant