Miscanthus
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At-A-Glance InformationAlso called Silver Grass, this perennial grass is a showy addition to landscapes. It needs full sun or partial shade and moderate to regular water to perform well. They form clumps of foliage with flower spikes on tall stalks that look like tassles or plumes. Foliage can be solid or striped, depending on the species and variety grown. Grow in borders, in mixed beds, along pathways, or in large pots or tubs.
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Miscanthus Species and Varietals
The best growing zones for Miscanthus vary depending on the species. For more information, see the species descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
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Miscanthus x 'Giganteus' (Giant Silver Grass) This hybrid is an impressive, upright grower to 10-14 feet tall and 8-10 feet wide. It has dark green arching, drooping leaves and grows well in zones 1-24. Flower plumes appear in late summer and fall, emerging tan and opening silver. This is a great choice for a summer screen or hedge, and can take seaside conditions. Provide with some protection from hot, sunny afternoons. Often mistakenly sold as Miscanthus floridulus. |
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Miscanthus sinensis (Eulalia, Japanese Silver Grass)
This species of Silver Grass grows well in zones 2-24 and is native to Japan, Korea and China. Blooms appear in late summer or early fall, and are held above foliage in clumps. They are great to use for cut arrangements. Varieties are widely sold, and some of the most popularly grown ones are listed below:
This species of Silver Grass grows well in zones 2-24 and is native to Japan, Korea and China. Blooms appear in late summer or early fall, and are held above foliage in clumps. They are great to use for cut arrangements. Varieties are widely sold, and some of the most popularly grown ones are listed below:
'Adagio'
Dwarf form with silver-green foliage and pink plumes. |
'Morning Light'
With horizontal yellow stripes. |
'Variegatus'
Foliage is striped with yellow. |
'Cabaret'
With yellow stripes on leaves. |
'Strictus'
With yellow-variegated foliage. |
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Camellias are great candidates to be grown as container plants on your patio.
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A field of thea sinensis
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Camellia hiemalis 'Shishi Gashira'
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Videos
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A video all about growing camellias successfully
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Propagating camellias
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 444, Miscanthus
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