Silver Grass ‘Fire Dragon’

Common Name: Fire Dragon Silver Grass

Scientific Name: Miscanthus sinensis ‘Fire Dragon’

Zone: 5 to 9

Blossom Colour: Silvery‑red panicles aging to buff‑silver

Flowering Type: Late summer to early fall (August–September); plumes persist through winter

Summer Colour: Upright, arching green blades with hints of red by late season

Fall Colour: Brilliant scarlet‑red maturing to burgundy and bronze; plumes turn silvery‑white

Mature Height (ft): 5 to 6 (to top of foliage) ; 6 to 7 with plumes

Mature Spread (ft): 3 to 4

Exposure: Full Sun

Tree Type: Ornamental Clump‑forming Grass (deciduous/warm‑season)

Watering: Moderate; drought‑tolerant once established but performs best with occasional deep watering in prolonged dry spells

Fertilization: Generally non‑essential; in lean soils apply a light, balanced slow‑release fertilizer or compost in early spring to encourage vigorous growth and vivid fall color