Flame Grass (Miscanthus Purpurascens)

USDA Zone: 3-9

One of the most useful of the taller grasses, valued for its flower and foliage effect. Plants form an upright clump of dark-green leaves, turning flame-orange and bronze in the autumn, particularly in warm regions. Tall spikes of very soft-pink flowers develop into silvery plumes that stay effective all winter long. Appreciates moist soil. Clumps may be easily divided in early spring. Dead tops should be trimmed to the ground in late winter or early spring. Sometimes sold under the incorrect name ‘Autumn Red'.

Sun Exposure 
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade

Soil Type 
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH 
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture 
  Average or
  Moist

Care Level 
  Easy 

Flower Colour 
  Light Pink 

Blooming Time 
  Late Summer  
  Early Fall  
  Mid Fall 

Foliage Color 
  Deep Green 

Plant Uses & Characteristics 
  Accent: Good Texture/Form  
  Attracts Butterflies  
  Border  
  Containers  
  Cut Flower  
  Deer Resistant  
  Dried Flower  
  Rabbit Resistant  
  Massed  
  Specimen 

Flower Head Size 
  Very Large

Height 
   120-150 cm  
   47-59 inches

Spread 
   75-90 cm  
   29-35 inches

Foot Traffic 
   None 

Growth Rate 
   Medium