The broad white striped leaves are as vivid in summer as in spring and creates a beacon in the garden. A great improvement over the older form of variegated giant reed. Adapts well to dry soils though they perform best in moist to wet soils. Botanical Name- Arundo donax Peppermint Stick Pronunciation- ah-RUN-doh DOH-naks Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 8 ft Mature Height- 12 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Adaptable to a wide range of soils Current Size- 5 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Fall Companion Plants- Panicum virgatum ‘Shenandoah’ – ornamental grass pairing Fauna Attracted- Some birds use for nesting, limited pollinator value but can provide shelter Plant Habit- Grass
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C13 Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back old canes in late winter; water well in dry periods and fertilize lightly. Trimming Instructions- Cut back to the ground in late winter for fresh spring growth. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in late spring; moderate to high feeding need. Amend clay with compost for adequate drainage, especially around rhizomes. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Leaf spot, aphids
