Warm-season grasses respond enthusiastically to longer days and warm soils. They shine brightest through summer and fall, finishing fast with little care.

Miscanthus

Available in various sizes, colors, and variegations, ranging from statuesque x.Giganteus to the purr-fectly compact 'Little Kitten'.Between extremes are longitudinal stripes on wide blades 'Cosmopolitan' and narrow 'Morning Light' and horizontal bars that shimmer in the slightest breeze 'Strictus', 'Gold Bar', and more. Prepare fast retail pots for autumn sales with 'Fire Dragon' and cold hardy to Zone 4,'Purpurascens': They both sport fiery red fall colors.

We carry multiple options from great new breeding that are functionally sterile, like the popular 'Bandwidth' and a new 2025 introduction Miscanthus s. 'Morning Sun'. These infertile ornamental grasses are specifically bred to remove concerns about localized self-sowing. In addition, they also offer vigorous growth and gorgeous extended color from summer to fall.

There really is a Miscanthus for every sunny setting. Below are a few highlights from our vast collection.

'Little Miss' PP28849

Mature Height 2-3'

From the Mystal™ Collection, this compact, container-friendly variety forms tidy clumps.

The arching blades emerge green and then turn deep red-purple. The center leaves stay green for a striking bicolor effect.

Scout™

Mature Height 5-6'

An Emerald Coast Growers Exclusive.

This INFERTILE introduction from UGA features slender green blades with white midribs. Similar in form to 'Gracillimus'.

'Oktoberfest'

Mature Height 5.5'

Burgundy/bronze flower plumes that mature to stunning silver.

The wide upright/arching foliage turns rich purple-red from late summer on.

Next time we’ll look at two more genera that shine brightest when the heat is on: native Panicum and multi-talented Pennisetum. Warm up your selections to sizzling with warm-season grasses in beefy liners from Emerald Coast Growers – your easy choice!