Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' grows 6'-8' tall and 4'-5' wide. The bright green foliage has an attractive silver streak through the middle of each leaf. Large feathery pinkish silver flower plumes shoot up 2'-3' above the foliage in summer. Foliage turns wheat colored in fall before going dormant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Silver, Variegated

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Wild Garden, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.