Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

Common name: Porcupine Grass

This showy ornamental grass has yellow horizontal banding on green leaves.

It gets its name from the upright stiff foliage similar to porcupine quills. 

Huge feathery pinkish-purple plumes appear in early fall.

Use as a vertical interest, mass plantings, screening, and containers.

Height: 4-6' (With plumes)

Spread: 4-6'

Exposure: Sun to part

Zone: 5-9

Photos credit & courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.