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Miscanthus sinensis Purpurascens - Autumn Flame Grass
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Grass, Miscanthus sinensis 'Purpurascens'

Grass, Flame

Miscanthus sinensis Purpurascens, also known as Autumn Flame Grass, is a clump grass with medium textured green foliage that begins to change color in September and by late fall is a brilliant orange-red. Flame grass really stands out in the fall garden. Tiny reddish-tinged flowers appear in tassel-like plumes above the foliage in late summer, gradually turning into creamy white plumes by fall as the seeds mature. Burgundy foliage and creamy white seed plumes persist well into winter providing good winter interest.

Grass, Flame Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Warm season grass that prefers moist soil in full sun but tolerates clay soil. Foliage should be left standing throughout the winter for visual interest and to provide protection for the crowns. Cut foliage to the ground in late winter just before new shoots appear.

Height:

36-48 Inches

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Spread:

24-36 Inches

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Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Characteristics & Attributes for Grass, Miscanthus sinensis 'Purpurascens'

Exposure
• Sun
• Partial Shade
Soil Moisture Preference
• Average
• Moist
Attracts Wildlife
• Songbirds
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Summer
• Fall
• Winter
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Winter
• Summer
• Fall
Growth Habit
• Reseeds
Height
• > 36 Inches
Attributes
• Great Foliage
• Border or Bed
• Mass Planting
• Cut Flower
• Specimen
• Dried Flower
• Focal Point
Foliage Color
• Burgundy
• Green
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