Scientific Name
Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'

Common Name
Maiden grass


Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Height: 6 to 8'
Light Requirements: Sun to light shade
Soil/Moisture: Grows in a variety of soil types but prefers well drained soil; drought tolerant
Form/Texture: Fine texture; upright to open; tends to weep or arch; rounded form
Inflorescence: Large graceful fluffy panicles; burgundy to copper in fall; buff color in fall good cut flower
Comments: Medium green, narrow leaves with white midrib; slender weeping leaves; copper orange to almond fall color; tends to flop with shade, excess moisture, or high fertility; one of the last grasses to flower
Cultivars: --
 

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