What is the ribbon?

Ribbon Grass, Phalaris arundinacea , is deciduous ornamental grass, which means that the plant casts green leaves during winter and in the spring produces new leaves. Ribbon Grass is a fast spreading grass that produces thick coverage of a similar carpet. On average, this type reaches a height of about 3 feet (90 cm). Ribbon Grass continues to prosper in the soils of nutrients, but will not tolerate a long time of waterlogging. The durable nature of this species means that it is often used as extensive ground coverage in nutrient poor. The thick mass of roots and dense leaves similar to carpets also mean that plants are commonly used in areas with a risk of erosion. Although the grass ribbon is tolerant for a wide range of conditions, optimal cultivation conditions include partial shadow and free-dining soil; If they are grown in full sun, plants are often slightly less dense and can develop a terrible look. It creates thick carpets when spreading, limiting light, space and nutrients for other species. ManE Pay a serious threat to survive some native species in localized areas.

Ribbon Grass is a rhizomic plant, which means it spreads through underground rhizomes. Rhizomes are hard, underground trailers that travel from the main plant and send new shoots above the ground level; These shoots then create new plants because the rhizomes are still traveling out. New plants form their own root systems, independent of the mother plant and finally form their own rhizomes. The process consists of dense roots mats and ensures the survival of grass belt to eliminate most other plants.

Ribbon Grass comes from Europe and North America, but most of the world has been naturalized. In order to contain ribbon grass and minimize the risk of spreading the plant out of control, a lever can be grown in containers to create a distinctive ornamental display. Standard Ribbon Grass has a greeneryNot leaves with white stripes, but there are several other cultivars for those who want a little diversity; Picta has a similar color to the standard grass ribbons, but has more white on the leaves and is less invasive.