Exemplar Horticulture
This versatile and hardy warm season perennial grass forms a clump of graceful, upright arching, green leaves with silver mid-ribs; in late summer, a profusion of full burgundy plumes rise above the foliage; nice cut flower, fall colour and winter interest; fairly drought tolerant once established; deer resistant.
Profusion of fall burgundy plumes
Excellent as an accent plant, specimen or screen, in large containers, mass plantings, water-wise gardens and near water's edge.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Huron Sunrise'
(Huron Sunrise Japanese Silver Grass)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone |
4 (-30°F/-34°C) |
Exposure |
Full sun |
Form | |
Foliage Height |
60" (150 cm) |
Width | 36" (91 cm) |
Flower Height |
72" (183 cm) |
Flower Colour | Profusion of full burgundy feathery plumes |
Bloom Time |
August - September |
Watering Needs | Moderate-Low. Drought tolerant once established. |
Soil Preferences |
Tolerates a wide range of soil types |