Silver banner grass is similar in appearance to the miscanthus often used in gardens, but is far more aggressive. It is a spreading plant that can colonize and quickly overtake a yard. Review of risks should be undertaken before selecting this grass.
- Family (English) Grass
- Family (botanic) Poaceae
- Tree or plant type Grass, Perennial
- Native locale Non-native
- Size range Large plant (more than 24 inches)
- Light exposure Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily)
- Hardiness zones Zone 4, Zone 5 (Northern Illinois), Zone 6 (City of Chicago), Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
- Soil preference Moist, well-drained soil, Wet soil
- Tolerances Wet sites
- Season of interest early winter, midwinter, late winter, early summer, midsummer, late summer, early fall, mid fall, late fall
- Flower color and fragrance Other
- Shape or form Arching, Upright