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Flame Grass

Miscanthus 'Purpurascens'

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Overview

Flame Grass, or Miscanthus 'Purpurascens', is renowned for its fiery autumnal hues. It flourishes in full sun, reaching 3 to 4 feet in height and spreading up to 2 to 3 feet. This ornamental grass features upright green foliage in summer, transitioning to striking shades of orange, red, and burgundy in fall. It adds texture, movement, and long-lasting color to landscapes, thriving in Zones 4-9 and requiring minimal maintenance.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — Flame Grass, or Miscanthus 'Purpurascens', is renowned for its fiery autumnal hues
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — It flourishes in full sun, reaching 3 to 4 feet in height and spreading up to 2 to 3 feetFlame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — This ornamental grass features upright green foliage in summerFlame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — transitioning to striking shades of orangeFlame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — and long-lasting color to landscapesFlame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — thriving in Zones 4-9 and requiring minimal maintenanceFlame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — scientifically known as Miscanthus 'Purpurascens'+1

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — Flame Grass, or Miscanthus 'Purpurascens', is renowned for its fiery autumnal hues
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — It flourishes in full sun, reaching 3 to 4 feet in height and spreading up to 2 to 3 feet
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — This ornamental grass features upright green foliage in summer
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — transitioning to striking shades of orange
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — and long-lasting color to landscapes
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — thriving in Zones 4-9 and requiring minimal maintenance
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — scientifically known as Miscanthus 'Purpurascens'
Flame Grass (Miscanthus 'Purpurascens') — is a captivating ornamental grass that brings striking textures and colors to any landscape design

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