Morning Light Maiden Grass
- Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis Morning Light
- Plant Type: Ornamental Grass
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Demand: Medium
- Landscape Use: Container, Deer Resistant, Focal Point/Specimen Plant, Screen - Physical (e.g., barriers), Screen - Visual
- Ornamental Color: Red, Tan, White
- Native or Adapted: Adapted
- Wildlife Value: Birds
- Season: Fall
- Deciduous or Evergreen: Deciduous
- Plant Form: Upright|Bushy
- Region: North Central Texas
- Plant Spread: 4' - 6'
- Plant Height: 4' - 6'
Description
Variegated form of maiden grass. Very narrow foliage with linear variegation. A small white stripe gives the illusion of gray foliage. Red, fan-like heads fade to blonde over winter. Can look ethereal.