Miscanthus 'Andante' is a mid sized ornamental grass with finely textured green leaves and gracefully arching plumes that emerge pink and mature to silvery white. Its soft flowing form adds movement and late season interest to borders or meadow plantings.
Height & Spread: 48 - 60 in x 36 - 48 in
Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Average, well drained soils
Watering Needs: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
Deer Resistance: Deer resistant
Native Status
Derived from Miscanthus sinensis, a species native to East Asia. Widely used in ornamental and naturalistic landscapes.
WILDLIFE & INSECTS
Birds
- Provides cover and nesting material for sparrows, goldfinches, and other small songbirds.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 36 - 48 in apart for full mound development and airflow.
Landscape Placement
- Suited to mixed borders, grass gardens, and naturalistic landscapes where gentle movement and fall texture are desired.
Companion Plants
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' - Adds dark vertical blooms that contrast with airy plumes.
- Aster oblongifolius 'Raydon's Favorite' - Extends seasonal color into fall beside swaying grasses.
- Solidago rugosa 'Fireworks' - Offers fall blooming golden sprays that echo grass forms.
- Heliopsis helianthoides (Oxeye Daisy) - Adds structure and bright yellow blooms for summer interest.
- Veronicastrum virginicum (Culver’s Root) - Brings spiky form and pollinator value to large mixed beds.