giant reed · Temperature

giant reed · Arundo donax
Also known as: distaff cane; great reed; reed grass; Spanish cane; vineyard cane; water reed

This plant is listed on Schedule 9 of the UK Wildlife & Countryside Act (Northern Ireland) as an invasive non-native species. Although not banned from sale, it is an offence to plant or cause these to grow in the wild IN NORTHERN IRELAND. Gardeners possessing them should undertake measures to control them. See RHS advice on invasive non-native species for further information

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterloggingSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed