Grow reeds in the garden

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• Grow reeds in the garden
• The pros and cons of reeds in the garden
• Which reed species is right for my garden?
• What should be considered when planting?
• What is the care required?

Chinese reed also thrives on dry land

Grow reeds in the garden

Reed, often called reed, grows quickly and densely and is often grown as a screen in the garden or on the edge of a pond. But reed also has its disadvantages. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of reeds in the garden and what to look for when planting and caring.

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The pros and cons of reeds in the garden

Which reed species is right for my garden?

Which reed species you choose depends on two factors:

If the reeds serve as a visual screen, offers the giant miscanthus, for lower hedges you should resort to the miniature reeds.
If the location is swampy, you can e.g. reach for the cattail, which is wonderful for pond planting. For a drier location in the garden is more likely the miscanthus. A comprehensive overview of the reed species and their characteristics and stature heights, can be found here.

What should be considered when planting?

As already mentioned, reeds proliferate extremely strong. Therefore, it is highly recommended to install a root barrier when planting. Otherwise, the reeds can hardly be kept in check.
Most species prefer moist, light locations. But some, such as the miscanthus do not need permanently wet feet.

What is the care required?

Reeds are easy to care for and need some attention shortly after planting. Care should be taken here that the soil is always kept moist and adequate nutrient supply, e.g. by fertilizer or compost should be ensured. Once the reeds have grown, you just have to make sure that it is sufficiently watered. Even a compost fertilization once a year makes sense. Detailed information on the care of reeds can be found in our care guide.

A pruning is advisable at least once a year, especially in high-alert species, in order to keep the growth in check and give the reed a pretty shape.