| | | Family | Gramineae | | Plant Type | ornamental grass | | Zone | USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 2.4 - 3.5 m (8 - 12 ft) | | Spread | 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Miscanthus floridulus (miscanthus) bears showy blossoms during late summer to late winter. This ornamental grass has foliage that is showy. | | Typical Uses | Cut flowers and dried flowers. | | Special Characteristics | Birds are attracted to Miscanthus floridulus . In autumn, Miscanthus floridulus is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest. | | |