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Miscanthus
Chinese silver grass
Miscanthus forms beautiful fountain-like clumps. They complement tall perennials especially well. Their leaves and feathery flowers are spectacular. Vanilla Sky has creamy white flowers, and the leaves turn wine-colored shades in autumn.
Seedling
K9 pot (9×9×9.5 cm)
1-2 pieces
€4,29each
3-8 pieces
€3,89each
9-17 pieces
€3,39each
18+ pieces
€2,99each
0 pcs in stock
Difficulty
Beginner
Diseases
Disease-free 🙂
Flower color
White
Flower color: Shade
Cream
Foliage color
Green
Fragrant (aromatic) 👃
No
Frost resistance
-23
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The temperature down to which the plant is frost hardy.
Hardiness zone
6a (-23.3 °C to -20.6 °C)
Height
120-150 cm
Moisture
💧💧
Pests
Pest-free 🙂
Position
Sun
Soil
Loamy, humus-rich, clay
Spacing
100-100 cm
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Recommended planting spacing.
Spacing: Plants per m²
1
Species
Perennial
Suitable for cutting
Yes
Suitable for drying
Yes
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2
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7
8
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Flowering
August
October
Cultivation
Miscanthus prefers sunny places but can also handle light partial shade well. The soil should be nutritious and humus-rich. Cut the clumps back only in early spring.
The information given is based on our experience, please use it as a guide only. Times may vary depending on the season, climate, location, sowing and transplanting dates and possibly also the conditions in the greenhouse/greenhouse. We always recommend testing how the plant performs in your conditions. Please do not take this as a guarantee.
Can I grow Chinese silver grass in a large container on my patio or balcony?
Do I need to take any special precautions to protect the ornamental grass from frost in winter?
When and how should I prune the ornamental grass?
How much water does the plant need and how often should I water it in the garden?
How big does this grass grow, and how much space should I set aside for it in the garden?
Frequently asked questions
Planting site
What kind of soil does the ornamental grass seedling need after planting?
What is the most suitable location for the Chinese silver grass seedling?
Diseases & pests
Is the ornamental grass prone to any pests or specific diseases?
Basic information
When can I expect flowers, and what color are they?
Does the ornamental grass 'Vanilla Sky' change its color throughout the year?
Harvest
Are the feathery plumes of the ornamental grass suitable for drying or for cutting for vases?
Propagation
Can this ornamental grass be propagated in the garden?
Characteristics
Is the plant toxic to pets, or can it be used in the kitchen?
Troubleshooting
Why have the tips of my ornamental grass started to yellow or dry out?
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