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Phragmites sp. from Sichuan, China

Phragmites sp. from Sichuan, China
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Price:  £7.20
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Brand:  The Plantsman's Preference
Family:  Poaceae
Main Season:  Autumn
Flower Colour:  Red
Leaf Colour:  Blue/grey/silver
Foliage:  Deciduous
Position:  Sun
Soil Type:  Wet, heavy, poorly drained
Height:  1.2m to 1.8m (4' to 6')
Peat Free?  Yes
Hardiness Guide:  RHS H7 minimum at least -20C
Pot Size:  1.4L

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A gift from Roger Grounds many years ago this grey-green leafed species produces sprays of reddish flowers to 1.2m. Spreading. For moist-wet soils in sun.

I believe this was collected by the late Greg Speichert from a roadside ditch!


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