Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Miscanthus sinensis 'Positano' is a graceful ornamental grass, bearing large, red plums from August to November. Its upright, arching foliage develops fine red and orange colouring in autumn. Perfect for a mixed border or gravel garden, it's a great choice for year-round interest.

Grow Miscanthus sinensis 'Positano' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. It works particularly well with rudbeckias and helianthus.

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Miscanthus ‘Positano’ and wildlife

Miscanthus ‘Positano’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Miscanthus ‘Positano’ poisonous?

Miscanthus ‘Positano’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Miscanthus 'Positano'
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