Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

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	1.2 - 2.8 m (4 - 9 ft)
Spread	0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 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 'Strictus' (porcupine grass) bears showy and light pink flowers during late summer to early fall. The showy matte foliage is striped, medium green and bright yellow in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus' (porcupine grass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, foundation, mass planting, specimen, screening and waterfront.
Special Characteristics	Birds are attracted to Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and pollution. In autumn, Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions	Where conditions are favourable, Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus' (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.