Miscanthus x giganteus
Giant Chinese Silver Grass
- Main interest:
- tropical appearance, large grass
- Exposure:
- full sun, moderatley drought tolerant, prefers moist fertile soil
- Growth type:
- slow runner
- Flower colour:
- reddish-copper, September to November
- Foliage:
- green
- USDA Hardiness:
- zone 5a: -29 °C (-20 °F) View Zone Map
- Mature height & width (max.):
- heigh: 10-12 ft (3-3.7 m) width: 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m)
- Use:
- specimen, background, hedge, border, screen
Giant Chinese Silver Grass otherwise known as Miscanthus x giganteus is a very large grass forming tall clumps of green leaves which arch towards the ground. Soft pink plumes appear in the fall and corn like stalks become tan in the winter. Prefers a moist environment and is happy to grow near water. Trim back to the ground each spring .
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$14.99 - $39.99
Synonym(s): Miscanthus sacchariflorus × sinensis, Miscanthus sinensis 'Giganteus', Miscanthus giganteus, Miscanthus floridulus, Miscanthus japonicus