Spodiopogon sibiricus (Poaceae)

Siberian greybeard

Native to slopes and mountains in Japan, Korea, China and Siberia, where it frequently occurs in forest glades and among shrubs. Clump-forming and upright to 1.2m tall in flower, with a neatly rounded form. Erect terminal panicles are produced in July and August. The inflorescences are effective until late October. The thin, flat leaves are medium green, to 15mm wide, held nearly horizontal. Foliage turns rich red and burgundy in autumn unless hard frosts when they will turn directly from green to brown. Prefers light shade but grows well in full sun if provided adequate moisture. Not drought tolerant. Easily grown in a shrub border. Effective as a specimen or in sweeps and masses.
Ht. 1.2m. Very hardy


Price
  9cm pot       £3.00       Available Sept 2004