Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gold Bar’ (Dwarf Porcupine Grass - 1 Gallon Potted Grass Spring Bulbs The Hydroton offers both support

The Hydroton offers both support and excellent aeration for the plants

but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favour of tastier treats

and as a "living fossil"

and turns golden-yellow in fall

Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gold Bar’ (Dwarf Porcupine Grass - 1 Gallon Potted Grass Spring Bulbs The Hydroton offers both supportA terrific dwarf selection of Porcupine Grass, perfect for the smaller garden. This forms a graceful, upright clump of green leaves, each banded horizontally with bright golden yellow. Burgundy red plumes appear in mid to late fall, held just above the foliage and remaining attractive for months. Trim to the ground in late winter or early spring. The golden banding develops once warm summer weather arrives.