Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light'

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Morning Light Silver Grass

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum Photographer: Linda Engstrom

Description

The 'Morning Light' is a deciduous grass,growing to 3'-6' tall with delicate feathery plumes and very thin graceful blade-like leaves that have creamy white margins. It should receive sun to part shade, and average to little summer watering. Red flower panicles appear in late summer.

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Silver, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch, Water Garden, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.