Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio'

porcupine grass, maiden grass, eulalia, Japanese silver grass, ornamental grass, variegated miscanthus or variegated silver grass

Family	Gramineae
Plant Type	ornamental grass
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread	60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	low, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio' (porcupine grass) bears showy and dark pink blossoms during late summer to late autumn. This ornamental grass is clump forming and has striped white and medium green foliage that is showy, matte and fine textured. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning ornamental grass which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, ground cover, foundation, mass planting, specimen, screening and waterfront.
Special Characteristics	Birds are attracted to Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and pollution. In the winter, Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio' provides winter interest.
Cautions	Where conditions are favourable, Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio' (porcupine grass) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.