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Miscanthus sinensis

A large clump forming perennial grass with arching blue-green leaves and silky, hairy panicles that gracefully stand above the plant (to 2.5m). This plant shows great movement in strong and gentle breezes. For the best effect plant in groups of 3-7 or more. Prefers well drained soil in full sun or part shade. Not to WA. 20 seeds.

Sunlight

Part

Frost Resilience

Frost Hardy

Lifespan

Perennial

Climate

Cold

Temperate

Hot Arid

Tropics/SubTropics

GermType

Long germinating seeds

Germination Period (days)

Sow Method

Direct or Transplant

Sowing Instructions

Sow into pots or direct to ground. Cover seed and keep moist. Germinates in 6-8 weeks.

Height

2.5 m

Spacing/Spread

1.2 m

Sowing Periods

Cool Climate Periods

Aug 1st to Dec 31st

Temperate Climate Periods

Aug 1st to Dec 31st

Tropical & Sub-Tropical Climate Periods

Jan 1st to Dec 31st

ORNAMENTAL GRASS ‘Chinese Silver Grass’