Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light'

Maiden Grass, Eulalia, Silver Feather, Chinese Silver Grass, Eulalia Grass, Japanese Silver Grass, Ornamental Grass

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Pink
Bloom time Mid Summer to Early Winter
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, container, erosion control, massing, screen, seashore, specimen
Height 4' to 6' / 1.20m to 1.80m
Spread 6' to 10' / 1.80m to 3.00m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies
Leaf color Green, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, invasive