Maiden Grass
Miscanthus sinensis

Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis

Maiden Grass features bold plumes of coral-pink flowers rising above the foliage in late summer. The silver seed heads are carried on showy plumes displayed in abundance from early fall to late winter. Its grassy leaves are green in color. The foliage often turns yellow in fall. The brick red stems are very colorful and add to the overall interest of the plant.

Height:  5 feet
Spread:  4 feet
Sunlight:  full sun  partial shade
Hardiness Zone:  3
Other Names:  Japanese Silver Grass

As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!