Miscanthus sinensis 'Goliath'

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
Height	2 - 2.5 m (6.5 - 8 ft)
Spread	1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	low, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The ornamental grass Miscanthus sinensis 'Goliath' (porcupine grass) bears showy and light pink blossoms during late summer to early fall. The showy matte foliage is striped, medium green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Miscanthus sinensis 'Goliath' (porcupine grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Border, container, cut flowers, foundation, specimen and screening.
Special Characteristics	Miscanthus sinensis 'Goliath' tolerates drought and pollution.
Cautions	When planning your garden, take into consideration that Miscanthus sinensis 'Goliath' (porcupine grass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Miscanthus sinensis 'Goliath' (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.