October is a great month for showcasing a collection of ornamental grasses. As a group they are low maintenance through the summer and then they reward us with lush green foliage and beautiful blooms dancing in the crisp fall air. This is a variety of Miscanthus sinensis (Maiden Hair Grass) called ‘Gracillimus’ which will grow about 5′ high each season. This one is at the roadside and appears to tolerate salt and snow compaction rather well as I have watched it get more beautiful through the years. This plant can be gorgeous in winter as ice and snow cling to the plumes. In spring before the new growth starts is when you cut the dried leaves to within a few inches of the ground.
