Gardener's Garters | Ribbon Grass
A fabulous two-toned bunchgrass
Grown by Caroline
Enfield
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Gardener's Garters
Ribbon Grass
- Arching, slender leaves boldly striped with white, pale and dark green tones
- Pale green flowers appear from July to September
- Low maintenance, pest and disease free
- A vigorous foliage plant ideal for large spaces by ponds, streams, lakes and woodland gardens or for growing in containers
- Provides cover, shade and perching places for aquatic wildlife and insects
- May help control soil erosion on moist banks
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Gardener's Garters is well-suited to being grown in a pot, provided it is kept in consistently moist soil.
How big does it get?
Gardener's Garters can grow to a height of 60-90 cm and spreads vigorously to 1 metre or more.
How much sunlight does this need?
Gardener's Garters thrive in full sun or partial shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Gardener's Garters prefers a consistently moist, humus-rich soil, often thriving in damp garden borders.
How much watering does this plant need?
Gardener's Garters thrive in damp soil and should be watered regularly to maintain a consistently moist environment.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Gardener's Garters should be cut back to about 5 cm above the soil level in late autumn before temperatures drop below 5°C.
How hardy is this plant?
Ribbon Grass is fully hardy (H7), withstanding temperatures below -20°C throughout the UK.
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