Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'

Chinese Silvergrass

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Common Name:

Chinese Silvergrass

Plant Type:

Flower color:

White

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

120 cm

Maximum width:

305 cm

Chinese Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus') - Description

'Gracillimus' bears narrow dark green leaves with a silver midrib. It bears bright orange fall foliage.

Chinese Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus') - Blooming

Topped with dense, airy panicles of tiny flowers in summer and fall. Showy fall colors.

Chinese Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus') - Growth

Deciduous or evergreen grasses. Reed like stems with linear or narrowly lance-shaped leaves. Miscanthus grows best in full sun. The flowers work well for cutting and drying.

Chinese Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus') - Planting

Sow seeds in spring in containers in a cold frame (for protection). Can also propagate by dividing clumps in early spring, using an ax.

Chinese Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus') - Pest

Uncommon.

Chinese Silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus') - Interesting facts

Miscanthus is native to Africa and Eastern Asia, where it can be found in the moist meadows and marshlands.