Miscanthus 'Cabaret'
Perennial Grass | Purple-red foliage with silvery flower plumes | Full sun | Frost hardy
Quick Facts
Mature size: Approx. 1500–1800mm high x 1000–1500mm wide
Position: Full sun to part shade
Foliage: Green leaves with creamy-white variegation
Flowering: Late summer to autumn
Flower colour: Silvery-pink fading to buff
Climate tolerance: Heat and frost tolerant
Water needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Maintenance: Low
Why You’ll Love It
This compact Miscanthus performs exceptionally well in mixed borders, mass plantings, and near pathways where the striking foliage can be appreciated up close. Hardy and adaptable, it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil, tolerating heat, frost, and a range of garden conditions once established.
Planting & Care Tips
Plant in full sun to part shade for best colour and form
Prefers well-drained soil
Water regularly during establishment
Leave foliage and plumes standing over winter for texture and interest
Cut back hard in late winter before new growth emerges
Space plants to allow natural clump development