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Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'

Also Known As

  • Silver Feather Maiden Hair Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' plant details

Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue and green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, clumping, container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clump forming grass with silver to pale pinkish brown panicles.

Gardening facts about Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder' plant

How to Grow Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 4'-5'

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Plant Type

Perennial, Grass / Grass Like

Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

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  • even moisture
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Grass / Grass Like

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 8'

Width: 4'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4'-6'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'-3'

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