You'll receive a large bare root specimen ready to plant for spring growth. These are healthy strong root systems coming from a large grove on our farm. Plant immediately in a large pot or in ground. Bury roots about 5" below the surface.
 
This wonderful deer-resistant grass, native to Mediterranean freshwater wetlands, has long been a favorite of gardeners. The only drawback was the fading of the leaf variegation in warm weather. Arundo 'Peppermint Stick', imported from the Shanghai Botanic Garden by the late plantsman Greg Speichert, solves that with striped leaves just as vivid in summer as in spring. Arundo 'Peppermint Stick' forms sturdy 12' tall canes, adorned with wide green and white striped leaves. In fall, the clumps are topped with 18" tall bronze-colored plumes. Arundo may get too large for small gardens, but it is NOT an invasive plant (displacing natives in functioning ecosystems) since it neither runs or produces viable seed.
 
A grove can grow large if left alone and not maintained for decades. It's easily controlled with seasonal maintenance.