Saccharum officinarum rubrum. Purple Sugar Cane

Tall purple stemmed exotic grass, overwinter +4c

 A stunning purple ribbed grass producing strong upright dark stems which when mature have a chalky bloom.   6-9 feet perhaps much more.  Once considered very tender it can be overwintered under cover at about 4c. Store in low humidity or airy but roots moist through winter. 

Currently sold as a plug plant but in and out of availability and updated at least weekly. Keep your young spring plant growing indoors for maximum growth. Keep frost free.

Potted plants follow later.

Rapid growing needs free draining soil and lots of water when established.