Miscanthus sinensis

Ornamental Grass

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Common Name:

Ornamental Grass

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Yellow Green Variegated

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

7°C

Maximum height:

215 cm

Maximum width:

185 cm

Ornamental Grass (Miscanthus sinensis) - Description

M. sinensis is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It varies in size and foliage. It blooms in late summer or fall. It's foliage is usually help well above it's foliage.

Ornamental Grass (Miscanthus sinensis) - Blooming

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

Ornamental Grass (Miscanthus sinensis) - 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.

Ornamental Grass (Miscanthus sinensis) - 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.

Ornamental Grass (Miscanthus sinensis) - Pest

Uncommon.

Ornamental Grass (Miscanthus sinensis) - Interesting facts

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