Miscanthus (Maiden Grass; Eulalia Grass; Silver Grass)
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  • Warm season grasses.
  • Some of the most showy and beautiful of the ornamental grasses.
  • Hot dry site, humidity and salt tolerant.
  • Flowers emerge as silky tassels and mature to fluffy plumes.
  • New growth later in spring.
  • Seed heads provide winter interest. 
  • As an accent, specimen or in a small grouping.
  • Use in borders, meadows, wild gardens, naturalized areas and water gardens.

​sinensis 'Graziella'

  • Slightly upright, arching shape
  • Blooms earlier than most Miscanthus
  • White flowers to silvery-white plumes
  • Copper red fall foliage, straw beige in winter
  • Pampas Grass look
  • ​Excellent screen
  • Height with bloom - 7 feet
  • 5' H x 3' W
  • Bloom time: Late Summer-Fall
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​sinensis 'Little Zebra' (dwarf zebra grass) 

  • Dwarf variety
  • Compact, upright form
  • Horizontally-banded foliage
  • ​Reddish purple plumes change to creamy tan
  • Great for small gardens, patios and decks
  • Fits well between other perennials
  • 3' H x 3' W
  • Bloom time: Late Summer
  • ​PP 13008

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​sinensis 'Morning Light'

  • Rounded, upright habit; vase-shaped
  • Narrow green foliage edged in ivory
  • Tolerates light shade and maintains form
  • Blooms later than most Miscanthus
  • Perfect addition to a white garden
  • Height with bloom - 6 feet
  • 5' H x 3' W
  • Bloom time: Late Summer-Fall
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​sinensis 'Purpurascens'

  • Outstanding fall color
  • Pair with fall blooming perennials
  • Makes for great autumn show
  • Bloom time: late summer
  • ​4' H x 3' W
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