Miscanthus floridulus |
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Giant Chinese Miscanthus |
Description
Growing to 10' every season. Wide bright green foliage has a silver stripe down the center of each blade. Silvery plumes in fall.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Fall
Leaf Color
Light Green
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, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Meadow, Ranch, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park
Special Uses
Hedge, 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.