Miscanthus sinensis - Cultivation Notes
This low growing ornamental grass prefers a well drained soil fertile soil. They are drought tolerant and love full sun, so good for dry spots. Mulch in autumn, cut back hard in late winter, divide clumps every few years.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Miscanthus sinensis:
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Provides valuable winter interest
- Suitable for container growing
- Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
- Suitable for exposed coastal planting
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
- Tolerates cold exposed locations
Weaknesses of Miscanthus sinensis
Design & Plant Use for Miscanthus sinensis:
- Ornamental grass for summer long foliage interest
- Architectural plant with dramatic foliage suitable for hot dry spot
- Ornamental grass ideal for drift planting in a sunny spot
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Common Missspellings: Misscanthus, Micanthas, Miscanfus, Miscanthes