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Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine'

Also Known As

  • Little Fountain Maiden Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 36"-54"
  • W: 36"-42"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine' plant details

Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In fall pink and silver flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN - 42 IN - wide, 36 IN - 54 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and silver blooms in fall
Uses: border plant, container plant, fall color, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The preeminent plantsman, Ernest Pagels, out did himself when he bred this exquisite ornamental grass, considered by many to be the most beautiful of the more diminutive Miscanthus. Its merits are numerous: an elegant compact silhouette, early-to-bloom rouge- tinged flowers held well above fine-textured blades and excellent cold hardiness. Unlikely to overwhelm its neighbors, 'Little Fountain' effectively ushers arching, deep green fluid accents and stylish long lasting plumes into any planting, especially those short on space.

Gardening facts about Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine' plant

How to Grow Miscanthus sinensis 'Kleine Fontaine'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • silver
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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