Miscanthus sinensis 'Purple Fall'

Also Known As

Purple Fall Maiden Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

5a-10b

Miscanthus sinensis 'Purple Fall' plant details

Miscanthus sinensis 'Purple Fall' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green and purple foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Purple Fall'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and purple
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Purple Fall'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This striking maiden grass has broad foliage with white midribs and can grow to more than six feet tall. In fall it takes on rich colours of burgundy and red which are much more pronounced than 'Purpurascens' and is topped by creamy pink flowers. Miscanthus are one of the best grasses for year-round beauty: new green shoots in the spring become tall linear leaves that form an elegant clump by midsummer. Attractive flowers emerge in fall. In winter the leaves turn straw colour.