Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Phalaris arundinacea picta

Family:
Ribbon Grass

Family:
Poaceae (also known as Gramineae)

Description:
Ribbon Grass (also known as Gardener's Garters) is a variegated ornamental grass that is commonly used as a tall groundcover for poor soil sites with a defined border, where its rampant underground growth is slowed and restricted.

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