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Miscanthus sinensis 'Cabaret'
Also Known As
- Cabaret Eulalia Grass
- Cabaret Japanese Silver Grass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 6'-8'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Miscanthus sinensis 'Cabaret' plant details
Miscanthus sinensis 'Cabaret' is a fast-growing deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue, green and variegated foliage. In fall and summer green flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Cabaret'
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue, green and variegated
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, easy-to-grow, winter interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Cabaret'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
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How to Grow Miscanthus sinensis 'Cabaret'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- green
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- grassy
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