Saccharum officinarum

Sugarcane

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Early Fall
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, container, specimen
Height 5' to 7' / 1.60m to 2.20m
Spread 5' to 6' / 1.60m to 1.80m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Deciduous, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil type Loamy
Form Upright or erect