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Porcupine Grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus'

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Overview

Porcupine Grass, or Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus', is a striking ornamental grass known for its yellow horizontal banding on green blades, resembling a porcupine's quills. It grows in an upright, clumping form, reaching up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in spread. This perennial is hardy, drought-tolerant, and adds texture and movement to landscapes. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, performing best in USDA zones 5-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type GrassClimate Temperate

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — scientifically referred to as Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — silver plumes rise above the foliage

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — It grows in an upright, clumping form, reaching up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in spread

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — while individual specimens can be effective in smaller gardens or as accents

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — it is also drought tolerant

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — This perennial is hardy, drought-tolerant, and adds texture and movement to landscapes

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — well-drained soil but is relatively tolerant of a variety of soil conditions

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–6 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Type: Grass
Family: Poaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — scientifically referred to as Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — silver plumes rise above the foliage

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — It grows in an upright, clumping form, reaching up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in spread

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — while individual specimens can be effective in smaller gardens or as accents

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — it is also drought tolerant

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — This perennial is hardy, drought-tolerant, and adds texture and movement to landscapes

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — well-drained soil but is relatively tolerant of a variety of soil conditions

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — Its leaves boast a unique horizontal banding of creamy yellow against a deep green background

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — Its vertical stance and vibrant striping offer year-round interest

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — adding to the grass's visual appeal

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — Porcupine Grass pairs remarkably well with other perennials and grasses

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — is a striking ornamental grass well-suited for creating vivid texture and movement in a landscape design

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — Standing tall at 5 to 8 feet with a spread of 4 to 6 feet when mature

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, performing best in USDA zones 5-9

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — is a striking ornamental grass known for its yellow horizontal banding on green blades

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — offering contrast in texture and form

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus' thrives in full sun to partial shade

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — These can reach heights up to 12 feet

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — resembling a porcupine's quills

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — this perennial grass exhibits a strong

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — reminiscent of a porcupine's quills

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — Planting in mass can enhance its impact in larger spaces

Porcupine Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') — making it a low-maintenance option for the savvy landscaper or homeowner.<br><br>As a design element

Photographs by 8 contributors

Norbert Nagel, Mörfelden-Walldorf, Germany, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Schnobby, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Jay Sturner from USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
Matt Lavin, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Acabashi, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
USFWS Mountain-Prairie, CC BY 2.0 · source
John Tann from Sydney, Australia, CC BY 2.0 · source

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