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Miscanthus sinensis var. purpurascens

Purple Flame Grass (Flame Grass)

Rich green, summer foliage turns to shades of orange-red in the fall. An outstanding specimen with reddish inflorescences.

  • »  Forms a tight clump of arching green leaves on sturdy stalks
  • »  M. purpurascens has softer-textured leaves than most miscanthus
  • »  Grass turns a brilliant orange-red in the fall
  • »  Bloom Time: August to October
  • »  Flower Type: Feathery panicles
  • »  Flower colour: Red turning to creamy-white
  • »  Flower Height: 150 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 100-120 cm
  • »  Grass Type: Warm Season

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  • Category:Grasses
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:120-150 cm
  • Spread:80-100 cm
  • Bloom Color: Purple, Red
Exposure
• Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Fast
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
• Fall
• Winter
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Miscanthus sinensis var. purpurascens

Warm Season Grasses: These grasses are much slower starting in the spring. They do not push new growth until temperatures warm in early to midsummer. They flower later in the summer or fall with most blooms remaining into the winter. Most warm season grasses tolerate heat, humidity and drought; some even thrive in these conditions.

 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Miscanthus sinensis var. purpurascens

Plants should be divided, in the spring, every few years, to maintain freshness. Foliage can be left standing all winter, however, it should be pruned early to mid-spring to make way for new growth

Note: Miscanthus purpurascens can be invasive.

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