Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'

Also Known As

Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegata'
Variegated Chinese Silver Grass
Variegated Eulalia
Variegated Japanese Silver Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 5"-9'
W: 4"-5'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' plant details

Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue, green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer pink and tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green, variegated and white
Mature size: 4 IN - 5 FT - wide, 5 IN - 9 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and tan blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the oldest cultivars around since the 1900, still popular today white striped leaves, and a somewhat floppy habit; becoming superseded by Cosmopolitan. ZONE 5

By: Arrowhead Alpines

A large winter dormant grass. The variegated leaves have prominent white stripes running their length. In autumn the highly ornamental seed heads are produced which upon drying curl into a loose spiral. Keenly sought after. Cut back in winter. Does not seed or run.

By: Zephs

An older cultivar, with garden use dating back to the early 1900's. The wide leaves of this much used selection are white-striped in loose, flopping clumps 4-6' tall and are accented by silvery flowers rising 2' above the leaf blades in August and September. Mature plants often require staking, as will plants grown in heavy shade.

By: Native Sons

A beautiful background for perennials! This popular 5-6' tall, upright grass is striped creamy white. In the fall inflorescences emerge pale pink and later turn to creamy tan. While fully hardy to Zone 7, it will not flower as well in colder zones and is more perennial in habit. Requires full sun to partial shade. Panicles can be used as cut flowers. Dormant clumps maintain attractive habit.