Chinese silver grass 'Red Chief' | Miscanthus sinensis Red Chief - Height 10-20cm Width 60-80cm - 5lt

Miscanthus sinensis 'Red Chief' is a deciduous ornamental grass forming a dense, upright clump of narrow, arching green leaves. The foliage develops striking red-tinted tones from late summer into autumn, creating strong seasonal interest as the colour deepens with cooler temperatures. In late summer to early autumn, feathery, reddish-pink plumes emerge above the foliage, ageing to a soft silvery-beige as they mature, and these persist well into winter, adding texture and movement to the garden during the colder months. The combination of coloured foliage and plumes gives the plant strong autumn and winter appeal, with the dried seed heads catching light and swaying in the breeze. The clump-forming habit provides good structural density, making it useful for adding height and texture within a border or as a focal specimen. The seed heads can provide a source of food and shelter for birds and small wildlife during the autumn and winter period, while the dense growth offers shelter for beneficial insects. This grass is well suited to a range of garden settings and tolerates most well-drained soils, performing best in a sunny position where its autumn colour and flowering plumes are most pronounced.