Cut miscanthus and use the remains as mulch. Mulch is essential in the garden.
It protects plants and soil from frost and predators and ensures a better soil climate. It also prevents weed growth and can act as a natural fertilizer. There are many alternatives to bark mulch: lawn clippings, straw, leaves or wood scraps. You can also mulch beds cheaply with cardboard. The silvery-white panicles are not suitable because they are too light and could cause the shreds to mold.