Miscanthus sinensis

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Miscanthus sinensis

Eulalia Grass, Japanese Silver Gras

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Information by: Native Sons Nursery Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

Description

Miscanthus sinensis is popular ornamental grass. Red flowers are held well above foliage clumps, appearing in summer, and may be cut for fresh or dry arrangements. Miscanthus needs full sun and watering at least once a week and more during hot summers. Foliage is variegated, with a thin white band down the center. This grass does great in coastal as well as warm inland valleys.

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Water Garden, Wetlands

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Park, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Adjust the water pressure of you irrigation system.

Spray sprinklers work best at 30 pounds per square inch (psi), and gear and impact rotor sprinklers at 40-60 psi.