Miscanthus Ferner Osten 5 Litre Pot

Miscanthus sinensis 'Ferner Osten'

Graceful ornamental grass with rich red flower plumes

Miscanthus 'Ferner Osten' is a striking deciduous ornamental grass prized for its upright, arching green foliage and bold, ruby-red flower heads that appear in late summer and age to silvery-pink. It brings dynamic movement, height, and texture to borders, prairie-style planting, and contemporary gardens.

This compact Miscanthus variety is smaller than some other cultivars, making it perfect for smaller spaces or front-of-border planting. It remains tidy and clump-forming, turning golden-yellow in autumn before dying back for winter. A pollinator-friendly plant that also works beautifully in dried arrangements.

Key Features:

• Compact clump-forming grass with arching green leaves

• Red-pink flower plumes in late summer

• Adds movement, texture, and autumn colour

• Ideal for borders, modern gardens, and containers

• Low maintenance and wildlife-friendly

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Moist but well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK

• Maintenance: Cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth

Ultimate Height & Spread:

• Height: 1.2–1.5m

• Spread: 0.8–1m

• Upright and tidy habit

Miscanthus 'Ferner Osten' delivers reliable structure, late-season colour, and elegant movement with very little fuss.