Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Bar'

Also Known As

Gold Bar Maiden Grass

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Bar' plant details

Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Bar' is a moderate-growing evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold, green and variegated foliage. In fall tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Bar'

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in fall
Uses: border plant, container plant, fall color, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Miscanthus sinensis 'Gold Bar'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

‘Gold Bar’ has some of the boldest variegation in Miscanthus sinensis. In fact, there may be as much gold as green in this cultivar. It also has a compact and upright habit to only four feet making it good for pots and small gardens. Burgundy flower plumes rise just above the foliage in fall. Great for winter interest since the decorative form, albeit straw-coloured, usually lasts until spring. Deer resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

More upright and compact (to 4-5' x 2') with far showier gold banded foliage and dramatic burgundy plumes in fall, this ?show-stopper? from Joy Creek is great for border or container. S/M PP15193

By: Forestfarm

Zn 6. Dense upright grass / green & yellow bands

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Upright, compact habit. Dense, dramatic gold striping accents every leaf of this bright green leaves from crown to tip. Burgundy inflorences provide interesting winter accent. Growth Rate Moderate

By: Garden World

Dense tufts of foliage artistically ornamented with myriad bands of gold and green on the blades. Slower growing to 4 ft tall & 2 ft wide. Thanks to Joy Creek Nursery.

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Each spiky leaf is banded horizontally with bright gold, creating a spotted effect on the compact, symmetrical plant. Bold, burgundy plumes in fall. 4' x 2'