Miscanthus sinensis ‘Red Cloud’
Miscanthus sinensis 'Red Cloud' is a compact maiden grass with arching green foliage and fiery rose-gold plumes.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Red Cloud’ is an ornamental and compact maiden grass ideal for smaller gardens. Fabulous, narrow arching foliage gives rise to fiery rose-gold plumes for great contrast. Plants will reach 40 inches tall and wide. Easy maintenance and adaptability to various soil conditions. Provides awesome texture, form and movement for the casual to contemporary garden. Flowers and foliage fade to straw-yellow over the winter and are beneficial for overwintering birds and insects. 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: 2-4'
Width: 3-5'
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Brown
Bloom Time: Late Summer - Fall
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
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, Garden Origin
