Variegated Japanese silver grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus') mis-KAN-thus sih-NEN-sis Genus:  Miscanthus

Variegated Japanese silver grass is a boon in any garden where fine texture, a gentle color scheme, and a bit of swaying in the wind are welcome. This grass can be used as a focal point, an anchor plant, or even as a privacy screen.

Care: 

While it does not require very much water, this grass appreciates regular irrigation.

Overview

Height 6 ft. to 10 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun Only Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Showy Foliage Bloom Time Fall, Spring, Summer Flower Color Brown, Red Foliage Color Variegated Foliage Uses Backyard, Beds and Borders, Cut Flower, Screening, Slopes and Hillsides, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Sun Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Grasses