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Looking for a versatile and resilient ornamental plant for your garden? Meet Miscanthus sinensis Chinese Silvergrass! This herbaceous perennial grass is native to eastern Asia and forms a substantial clump of green leaves with light green or yellow stripes. It prefers full sun and good soil but is tolerant of some shade and moderately dry soil. In late summer, feathery flower stalks emerge and last through winter, providing visual interest and texture. Although it may be knocked flat by snow, it will stand up again when the snow melts. Chinese Silvergrass is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in temperate regions worldwide, and several cultivars have been selected, including 'Zebrinus' with horizontal yellow and green stripes across the leaves. It's also a candidate for bioenergy production due to its high yield and genetic variation, making it a valuable addition to any garden.