Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'
Porcupine Grass
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-9
Dense clump, a fountain-like appearance with upright arching leaves that are variegated with yellow horizontal bands. that often turns attractive shades of yellow to orange in fall. Pink to red flowers in feathery, whisk-like, loose terminal panicles bloom above the foliage from late August to October. Foliage fades to tan soon after frost. Great winter interest.
Height
4-6 ft
Spread
2-6 ft
Bloom Time
August-October
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Prefers moist soils. Best in full sun.
When to Divide
spring
Good Companions
Butterfly Bush (Buddleia ), Peony (Paeonia ), Rose Mallow (Hibiscus ), Coneflower (Echinacea ), Hyssop-Anise (Agastache foeniculum), Bluestar Milkweed (Amsonia ), Aromatic Aster (Aster oblongifolius), Daylily (Hemerocallis ), Spiked Gayfeather, Blazing Star (Liatris spicata), Ironweed (Vernonia ), Dwarf Asiatic Lily (Lilium ), Beardtounge (Penstemon )Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Dried Flowers |
| • | Containers |
| • | Cut Flowers |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Green & Yellow |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
| • | Winter |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist but well-drained |
