Phalaris aruninacea - Feesey
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Phalaris aruninacea cultivation notes: This tall perennial grass will florish in any decent garden soil whether in full sun or part shade. Phalaris has a tendancy to become invassive and and should ideally be planted with a container. Cut back hard in autumn and mulch.
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Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
Plant Weaknesses: Invasive/spreading root growth; Invasive top growth; Does not produce attractive flowers.