porcupine grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') - Grasses

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun

Hardiness zone

5-9

Minimum temperature

−20°F (−29°C)

Soil type

Loam, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

porcupine grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus'

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 5-9
Minimum temperature: −20°F (−29°C)
Soil type: Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height6 ft-8 ft

Mature width36 in-5 ft

Plant typeGrasses

Bloom seasonSummer, Fall

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—None

porcupine grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Strictus') - Grasses

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