Miscanthus sinensis Pink Cloud='Empmis02'

Common name: Pink Cloud Chinese Silver Grass

Description: This elegant ornamental grass forms graceful clumps of narrow, arching green leaves that create beautiful movement in the garden. In late summer, tall stems rise above the foliage bearing feathery pink plumes that gradually fade to silver-white, creating a cloud-like effect that gives the plant its name. The plumes persist through winter, providing valuable structure and interest in the dormant season. This cultivar is particularly noted for its reliable flowering and attractive pink colouration that is more intense than many other Miscanthus varieties.

Other benefits: excellent winter structure, beautiful seed heads for cutting, architectural form, drought tolerant once established

Wildlife attraction: seed heads attract finches and other seed-eating birds, shelter for beneficial insects

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.2m x 1m

Position: full sun; tolerates partial shade but flowering may be reduced

Soil pH: adaptable to most soils including clay and sandy conditions

Moisture: moderate water requirements; drought tolerant once established; prefers well-drained soil

Winter hardiness: fully hardy to -20°C