Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’
Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' has narrow green leaves with a silver midrib which form a substantial, rounded, arching clumps.
Description:
Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' has narrow green leaves with a silver midrib which form a substantial, rounded, arching clump of foliage typically growing 4-6 feet tall up to 8 feet when in flower. Tiny reddish-copper flowers appear in tassel-like inflorescences above the foliage in late September, gradually turning silver. Blooms later than most Miscanthus cultivars. Flower plumes persist well into winter providing good winter interest. 'Gracillimus' is an old and very popular cultivar. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens.
Common Name: Maiden Grass
Family: Poaceae (The Grass Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 4-6'
Width: 3-5'
Primary Bloom Colour: Red
Secondary Bloom Colour: Orange
Class: Deciduous
Type: Grass
Bloom Time: Fall
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits:
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Moist meadows on slopes in lowland and mountains.
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Geogrpahical Origin: Asia and the Pacific - Asia - China and Japan
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