Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande' |
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Silver Grass, Sarabande |
Description
This 3-4 ' ornamental grass is a warm season performer; It is clump forming and very robust. It throws up spiked flowers from August until the first frost. It is good in full sun or bright shade; fertile soil; needs ample water in hot, dry conditions.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Gold
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Silver, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Japanese, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland
Accenting Features
Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.