Phragmites australis - 2 Ltr pot

Description
The upright plant usually reaches a height of about 2.5 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Phragmites communis.

Bulletpoints
* decorative flowers

Growth habit
Upright.

Water depth
10 - 30 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
This plant should not be cut back in autumn as it looks pretty in winter or the dead plant parts serve as winter protection. Only prune in spring before new shoots appear.

Flower
The red flowers appear in panicles from July to September.

Use
Privacy screen, pond edge, stream, pond