Miscanthus sinensis
Chinese Silver Grass
Flower Colors
Description
A clump-forming, deciduous perennial grass of variable size but can be up to 3m tall. Its upright to arching, linear,mid-green leaves are 1-2cm wide, characterised by a prominent silver-white midrib and turn yellow to pale brown from autumn into winter. Erect, airy, silvery to pale pinkflower plumes held above the foliage are produced in late summer and autumn
Mature Height
4m
Mature Spread
1.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Upright
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 1.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeArchitecturalCoastalCottage and informal gardenCity and courtyard gardensPrairie plantingFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5LP103010V0050Z00010 | €16.50 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.