Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

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

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 9B
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Red
Bloom time Late Summer to Late Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, erosion control, foundation, massing, rock garden, seashore, specimen
Height 5' to 8' / 1.60m to 2.40m
Spread 4' to 10' / 1.20m to 3.00m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Semi-evergreen
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Variegated
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, attractive foilage, invasive