Gold Bar Maiden Grass

The Gold Bar Maiden Grass is a bold and unique ornamental grass, with leaves that are banded horizontally with many creamy-yellow stripes. It is similar, but more compact, to porcupine grass. The sturdy vertical leaves stand just 4 feet tall, and the flower spikes add about another foot. It is only 2 feet wide, making it an ideal choice for smaller gardens, confined spaces and for growing in planter boxes and pots. The many horizontal gold bands make it bright and striking, a perfect accent in any bed, by water or among boulders. It needs almost no attention and remains attractive through winter as well.

• Bold horizontal stripes of yellow across the leaves
• A compact version of the popular porcupine grass
• Burgundy-red flower spikes in fall
• Ideal for planters and pots
• Deer and salt-spray resistant

Plant your Gold Bar Maiden Grass in full sun, or with just a couple of hours of shade each day. It grows perfectly in all well-drained soils, including sandy areas, and once well-established it is drought tolerant. Deer and rabbits won’t eat it, and it doesn’t suffer from pests or diseases. It is also resistant to salt spray – perfect for the coast. An annual trim to 4 inches tall anytime between late fall and early spring is all the care it needs – no kidding.