Scientific Name
Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light'

Common Name
Morning Light miscanthus

Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Height: 5 to 6'
Light Requirements: Sun to partial shade
Soil/Moisture: Grows in a variety of soil types but prefers well drained soil
Form/Texture: Fine texture; rounded form
Inflorescence: Reddish bronze inflorescence in fall; maturing to cream
Comments: Narrow green leaves with three white stripes; produces a shimmering silver effect; not prone to lodging or self seeding
Cultivars: --
 

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