Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' |
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Gracillimus Green Maiden Grass |
Description
The 'Gracillimus' is a perennial grass, growing to 4'-5' tall with thin bladed foliage. Fan-like, reddish plumes appear in fall, eventually turning silvery white.Foliage turns yellow in fall. It needs full to part sun with edium amount of watering.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Red, White
Flower Season
Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Cut Flowers, Screen, Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.