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Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'–Ornamental Grass–Elegant foliage with feathery plumes 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'–Ornamental Grass–Elegant foliage with feathery plumes 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Grass, Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' Maiden Grass

Grass, Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' Maiden Grass

Description

Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus', commonly known as Variegatus' Maiden Grass or Japanese Silver Grass, is a striking ornamental grass known for its elegant, arching foliage with white-striped leaves. It adds a graceful, airy texture to gardens and landscapes, and its feathery plumes provide visual interest in the fall.

Suggested Uses

This grass is ideal for use in borders, as a specimen plant, or in mass plantings. It is also effective for erosion control on slopes and can be used in container gardens for a dramatic effect.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'
  • Common Name Common Name: Variegatus' Maiden Grass, Japanese Silver Grass
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-6 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Sedum, Echinacea, Rudbeckia

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Cut back to the ground in late winter before new growth begins.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
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