Porcupine Grass ( miscanthus strictus )

Porcupine Grass

miscanthus sinensis strictus

This grass features a dense clump of upward-arching stems and leaves which give it a rounded, fountain-like appearance. Foliage often turns attractive shades of yellow to orange by mid-fall before gradually fading to beige-tan for winter. Pink to red flowers in feathery, whisk-like, loose terminal panicles (8-10” long) bloom above the foliage from late August to October. Flower panicles gradually turn beige by mid-fall as the seeds mature. Flower panicles and foliage both retain good arching shape, beige color and ornamental interest throughout winter

Mature Height : 4-6 Feet

Mature Width : 3-5 Feet

Exposure : Full sun to partial shade

Hardiness Zones : 5-9