Miscanthus sinensis ‘Fire Dragon’
Miscanthus sinensis 'Encore' is an early-blooming and reblooming maiden grass.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Fire Dragon’ is a tall, upright selection 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.
Common Name: Maiden Grass
Family: Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Sun Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 3-5'
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Red
Class: Semi-evergreen
Type: Grass
Bloom Time: Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Moist meadows on slopes in lowland and mountains.
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