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Miscanthus sinensis

Japanese Silver Grass, Miscanthus, Miscanthus Maiden Grass, Eulalia Grass, Maiden Grass Miscanthus sinensis, Miscanthus sin, Sinensis Miscanthus, Maiden Grass, Chinese Silver Grass

Miscanthus sinensis is an ornamental grass that grows as a clump of narrow and arching, green leaves. The colouring gives a light silver-green effect to the foliage. Tall spikes of plum-like flowers are borne in summer which are cream with a pink tone as it grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Miscanthus sinensis is commonly included in mixed plantings, planted around a water feature, used as a backdrop for other plants, or included in borders.

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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Ornamental Grasses
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.00 m
Flowering time:Summer
Tolerances:Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses:Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Riparian
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asJapanese Silver Grass, Miscanthus, Miscanthus Maiden Grass, Eulalia Grass, Maiden Grass Miscanthus sinensis, Miscanthus sin, Sinensis Miscanthus, Maiden Grass, Chinese Silver Grass

Miscanthus sinensis Details

Miscanthus sinensis is an ornamental grass that grows as a clump of narrow and arching, green leaves. The colouring gives a light silver-green effect to the foliage. Tall spikes of Toi-Toi like flowers are borne in summer which are cream with a pink tone. It typically grows to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on pretty much any soil type condition barring extreme wet or dry. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, wind, coastal conditions, and extended periods of dry. In cooler climates it may die back during winter to regrow again when conditions warm. Miscanthus sinensis is commonly included in mixed plantings, planted around a water feature, used as a backdrop for other plants, or included in borders.

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