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Common reed

In Montérégie, phragmites populations are so widespread in the ditches around highways that we believe they are part of the natural landscape. Phragmites is a perennial grass that invades wetlands in North America. They proliferate at an accelerated rate, creating dense monocultures that are not conducive to coexistence with native species.

  • Features :
    • Large grass, up to 5 metres tall
    • Blue-green leaves
    • Plump, feathery inflorescences
  • What to do in the presence of phragmites or common reeds? :

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