Centre Commons Perennials - Miscanthus sinensis 'Border Bandit'

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Miscanthus sinensis ‘Border Bandit’ PPAF

A subtle beauty, Miscanthus ‘Border Bandit’ has fine textured, narrow, green leaves that are marked with widely spaced, gold horizontal bands. It forms an upright, vase-shaped formal clump. Come October, its burgundy coloured plumes may also add fall interest, but in any case, site this ornamental grass where its wonderful winter silhouette can be enjoyed!
Uses
Mass plant or use as a specimen in the sunny perennial border, meadow or at the water’s edge. Also highly dramatic grown in a large tub. The striking leaves and flowers are attractive in flower arrangements, fresh or dried.
Cultivation
Perfers full sun to light shade in evenly moist soil, although will grow in almost any soil, from sand to heavy clay, and does not require good drainage. Best planted in spring to be well established by winter. Provide a mulch the first winter. Not usually favoured by deer, nor bothered by insects or diseases. In spring, cut foliage back almost to the ground just before the new leaf blades appear.