Miscanthus sinensis ‘Fire Dragon’
Miscanthus sinensis 'Fire Dragon' has silky, silver white flower heads in fall when the foliage turns to fiery red.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Fire Dragon’ is a tall, upright maiden grass reaching 6-7 feet in height topped with silky, silver white flower heads in fall when the foliage turns to amazing shades of brilliant orange, vermillion, and carmine red. Plants provide good winter interest with persistent flower plumes and tan foliage. Cut to the ground in spring just before the new foliage begins to emerge. Use as a screen, specimen, wind break, for soil erosion, patio containers, and for dried flower arrangements. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Maiden Grass
Family: Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-10
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 3-5'
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Red
Bloom Time: Late Summer - Fall
Foliage Colour: Good Fall Colour, Green
Class: Semi-evergreen
Type: Grass
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Moist meadows on slopes in lowland and mountains.
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Geographical Origin: Asia - China and Japan
