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        Outdoor Greenery

        Learn about several plant varieties and the planting information for each zone.

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        porcupine grass is non native invasive grass
        Photo 1 of 11Miscanthus sinensis is a non-native invasive grass from Asia. It has escaped cultivation and invaded natural areas throughout the Midwest and South.

        Porcupine Grass (1 of 11)

        Large upright ornamental grass with gold-banded foliage and copper plumes
        Plant in full sun to light shade
        Can be invasive
        Tolerant of a wide range of soil
        Prune back to ground in late winter to early spring; fertilize in spring
        Divide every few years in early spring
        Height: 4-9 feet Width: 2-6 feet
        Hardy in zones 5-9:
        Zone 5: Plant in spring; plant in full sun; mulch after first frost to prevent winter heaving; remove mulch in spring; avoid exposure to salt; plant may flop over in heavy snow or ice.
        Zone 6: Plant in spring; plant in full sun; mulch in fall; remove mulch in spring; plant may flop over in heavy snow or ice.
        Zone 7: Plant in spring; plant in full sun to light shade; mulch in fall; remove mulch in spring; plant may flop over in heavy snow or ice.
        Zone 8: Plant in spring or early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; mulch in fall; remove mulch in spring.
        Zone 9: Plant in spring or early fall; plant in full sun to light shade; mulch in fall; remove mulch in spring.

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