Miscanthus nepalensis, 3L
Also known as ‘Himalayan fairy grass’, this elegant ornamental grass is prized for its graceful sprays of golden seedheads, which float above mounds of slender green foliage. In autumn, the seedheads glow in the sunlight, creating a striking display and adding texture to the garden.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Height & Spread: 120cm (3ft 11in) x 100cm (3ft 3in)
Features
Also known as ‘Himalayan fairy grass’, this elegant ornamental grass is prized for its graceful sprays of golden seedheads, which float above mounds of slender green foliage. In autumn, the seedheads glow in the sunlight, creating a striking display and adding texture to the garden.
- Flowers: August - September
- Perennial
- Half Hardy – needs sheltered spot and protective dry mulch
- Clump forming
- Classic plant for mixed border
- All well drained soil types
- South or West facing
- Full sun
- Sheltered
- Water well during first year, then it tolerates dry conditions (keep container grown plants watered)
- Cut back growth to ground level in late February as new shoots appear
- Lift and divide every five years