Plant reeds as screens

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• Plant reeds as screens
• What types of reeds from the screen?
• What should be considered when planting?
• What care does a reed hedge need?
• Is reed hardy?
• Can a reed hedge be pulled in the pot?

Reed grows dense and fast and is therefore ideal as a hedge plant

Plant reeds as screens

Reeds are easy to care for and grow fast. Therefore, he is often planted as a hedge and privacy in the garden. Find out below which species are particularly suitable for the reed hedge and what is to be considered when planting.

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What types of reeds from the screen?

There are several types of reeds that differ not only in their appearance but also in their location requirements and in their growth behavior. The reeds and cattails grow mainly on pond or river banks, while the Chinese reed can tolerate even drier locations.
Therefore, cattail and reed are the right choice for creating a natural screen around a wetland, while miscanthus is recommended for hedges in the garden without being near a pond.
Also on the right stature height is to be paid attention. Dwarf species such as e.g. the Minke Reed Phragmites australis ssp. Humilis are not ideal for a high hedge, because - as the name implies - they are not nearly as high as their conspecifics.
An extensive overview of the different reed species can be found here.

What should be considered when planting?

Most reed species and also Chinese forage species are proliferating. Although there are now breeding varieties that form hardly foothills, should you have not explicitly asked for such a purchase, you should definitely plant a root barrier when planting reeds. Reeds can quickly turn into a real plague that displaces other plants and is difficult to remove.

What care does a reed hedge need?

Reed not only grows quickly and densely, it is also very easy to care for. The only thing to be aware of is sufficient irrigation, provided that it does not stand with its roots on the edge of the pond. The reed is also thankful for fertilizer in the form of compost once a year. After its winter break, the reed hedge is completely cut down so that they can drive out the plants again. You can find more information about care in our care guide for reeds.

Is reed hardy?

Reed is very hardy and needs no winter protection. Nevertheless, it is recommended to tie the fronds together, because they dry and can break off more easily. In addition, the roots are better protected from cold and moisture.

Can a reed hedge be pulled in the pot?

If you would like to plant a reed hedge on the balcony or the terrace as a screen, you will probably have to resort to potted plants. For this, Miscanthus is the right choice. The bigger the bucket, the better the ornamental grass feels and the faster and more beautiful it grows. It is important to ensure sufficient irrigation.
Although miscanthus is basically hardy, the tub should be kept warm in winter and the roots covered with brushwood, mulch or other. Keep the potted plant as protected as possible and never cut the fronds while it is still freezing!