Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ (Maiden Grass) #3
$29.99
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ is a tall deciduous ornamental grass with fine-textured arching foliage and late-season plumes, ideal for screening and specimen plantings.
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Description
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ is a fine-textured clump-forming deciduous ornamental grass valued for its graceful arching habit and narrow foliage. Mature plants typically reach 5–7 feet tall and 4–6 feet wide, forming a dense rounded clump with an elegant fountain-like shape.
The long, narrow leaves are medium green with a prominent silver midrib, creating a refined texture in the landscape. In late summer to early fall, slender stems rise above the foliage bearing reddish-bronze flower plumes that gradually mature to silvery-tan seed heads, persisting into winter for added structure and interest.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ is commonly used as a specimen plant, privacy screen, mass planting, or background accent, where its graceful form provides movement and texture.
Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’ dies back to the ground in winter and re-emerges in spring with fresh foliage.
Care Instructions
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Light: Full sun for best growth and flowering
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Soil: Average to well-drained soil; adaptable to many soil types
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Water: Moderate watering; drought tolerant once established
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Pruning: Cut back to 6–10 inches in late winter or early spring
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Tolerances: Heat tolerant and moderately drought tolerant
Key Features
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Fine-textured narrow foliage with silver midrib
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Graceful fountain-like growth habit
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Reddish-bronze plumes maturing to silvery seed heads
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Excellent specimen or screen plant
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Reliable and low maintenance
