Japanese Silver Grass
Miscanthus sinensis 'Second Wind'
Poaceae
Growth habit
Grass/Sedge
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Klehm's Song Sparrow Perennial Farm
Description
A second set of flowers blooms after the first set have emerged and start turning silver. Bronze gold fingered flowers start in August are followed by a second set in September on tall substantial plants reaching 7' and taller. Wide foliage has a silver stripe down the middle.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
flowering season, foliage characteristics