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Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187

Also Known As

  • Mysterious Maiden Miscanthus

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

  • H: 4'-5'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187 plant details

Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187 is a deciduous grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. In fall tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Finely-textured blades banded with gold along with a strong upright (to 5') vase-like habit and showy fall flower plumes make this intro from "Blooms of Bressingham" a winner whether used as accent or border. S/M PP16197

Gardening facts about Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187 plant

How to Grow Miscanthus sinensis 'Mysterious Maiden' PP16187

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • tan
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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