Miscanthus sinensis 'Graziella'

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	1.5 - 2 m (5 - 6.5 ft)
Spread	0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	low, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Miscanthus sinensis 'Graziella' (porcupine grass) bears showy and light brown blooms during late summer to mid-fall. This ornamental grass is clump forming and has 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, foundation, mass planting, specimen, screening and waterfront.
Special Characteristics	This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and pollution. In autumn, Miscanthus sinensis 'Graziella' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions	Be advised that Miscanthus sinensis 'Graziella' (porcupine grass) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.