Phalaris arundinacea (Reed Canary / Ribbon Grass)

Phalaris arundinacea, also known as Reed Canary Grass or Ribbon Grass, is a tall perennial grass that forms dense clumps. It is characterized by its upright growth habit and long, ribbon-like leaves that can be variegated with green and white stripes. This grass features attractive plumes of flowers in the summer, which initially appear as green spikes and later turn into golden seed heads. Phalaris arundinacea is commonly used for erosion control and is adaptable to a variety of soil types.