In addition to fireplace mantles

and vegetables

Late Spring to early autumn(fall)

black–bronze leaves

and extra-large blooms

Giant Silver Grass ( Miscanthus floridulus ‘Giganteus’) Safe for Pets In addition to fireplace mantlesThis is a grass of monstrous proportions, forming very tall clumps of green leaves, their tips arching gracefully in layers. Useful as a living screen or hedge, bearing soft pink plumes in the fall. The corn like stalks turn creamy tan in winter. Clumps are large, but well behaved and not invasive. Lower leaves have a tendency to wither in late summer, so planting something tall in front is recommended. Plants enjoy moisture, and are even happy