Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'

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 - 2.7 m (5 - 9 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 'Variegatus' (porcupine grass) bears showy and bright red blossoms during late summer to early autumn. The showy matte foliage is variegated and striped, white and medium green in colour and fine in texture. Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' (porcupine grass) produces striped fruit. A specimen plant, Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' (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	This ornamental grass attracts birds to your garden. Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' tolerates drought and pollution, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions	Depending upon your local conditions, Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' (porcupine grass) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.