Product Description
Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'Common Name: Grass-Ornamental, Striped Eulalia or Japanese Silver Grass
Zone 5 to 9, Full sun to part shade
Plants reach 5 to 7 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide.
A popular antique variety of Miscanthus, this has been used in gardens since 1900. It is still one of the best varieties available for the white foliar effects it projects in the landscape. This appears to have a silvery glow from a distance. The leaves are green and white striped, with white being the predominant color. The habit is cascading and mature specimens sometimes need staking. Give this plenty of room to grow.
This requires a very long, hot growing season to be able to produce flowers. When it does, the plumes appear in early fall and open with strong red tints. As the seeds mature, they become fluffy, and are a great accent to the almond colored winter foliage.
Easy to grow and is a good choice for beginners, Miscanthus will grow in most any soil, from loose sand to heavy clay, and does not require good drainage. Grow this in full sun except in warmer regions where some afternoon shade is best. Fertilization is not necessary.
Miscanthus is versatile from a design standpoint; it can be used as a specimen, for massing or screening, in large containers, or at the pond's edge. Plant this where its wonderful winter interest can be enjoyed.
Attributes: Border plants, Containers, Cut flower or foliage, Dried flower or seed heads, Mass planting, Rock gardens, Specimen or focal point plant, Deer resistant.
Not available for shipment to CA and NY
Twenty (20) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 4.25 inches deep x 2.75 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
