Eulalia Grass Purple Fall

An exceptional ornamental grass celebrated for its dramatic, shifting autumnal hues, Miscanthus sinensis 'Purple Fall' rises in neat, upright clumps, its narrow foliage creating a lush centerpiece through late Spring and Summer. As Autumn arrives, the foliage undergoes a breathtaking transformation, turning intense shades of claret, orange-red, and deep plum-purple. Accompanying this leaf transformation are soft, feathery floral plumes that emerge in shades of copper-pink before drying to a silky, shimmering silver. These flower heads persist high above the foliage well into Winter, bringing movement, texture, and visual warmth to frozen garden landscapes. Fully hardy, low-maintenance, and resistant to most pests, 'Purple Fall' makes a spectacular focal point for prairie-style planting schemes, sunny borders, or structure-giving accent beds.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Any well-drained soil, preferably moist. Dislikes waterlogged ground 
Position: Full sun for the best colour
Season of interest: Mid-green foliage in Summer; rich burgundy and purple leaf displays with shimmering plumes from late Summer through Winter
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 5-6' (1.5-1.8m) Spread: 3-4' (0.9-1.2m)  ~ at maturity