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Siberian Melicgrass

Melica Altissima

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Overview

Siberian melicgrass, Melica altissima, is an elegant, clump-forming perennial grass, reaching heights of 2-3 feet. With arching green leaves and showy, plume-like flower spikes in late spring to early summer, it adds a delicate texture to shaded landscapes. Thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring moist, well-drained soils. Requires minimal maintenance, though it benefits from being cut back in late winter. Ideal for woodland gardens and naturalized areas.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–9Climate Alpine
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — clump-forming perennial grass
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — reaching heights of 2-3 feetSiberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — With arching green leaves and showySiberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — plume-like flower spikes in late spring to early summerSiberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — it adds a delicate texture to shaded landscapesSiberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring moist, well-drained soilsSiberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Requires minimal maintenance, though it benefits from being cut back in late winter+34

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Poaceae
Climate
Alpine

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Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — clump-forming perennial grass
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — reaching heights of 2-3 feet
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — With arching green leaves and showy
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — plume-like flower spikes in late spring to early summer
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — it adds a delicate texture to shaded landscapes
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Thrives in USDA zones 5-9, preferring moist, well-drained soils
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Requires minimal maintenance, though it benefits from being cut back in late winter
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Ideal for woodland gardens and naturalized areas
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — feathery plumes and its tall
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Native to the woodlands of Eastern Europe and Asia
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Melica altissima thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — showing remarkable cold hardiness and adaptability.<br><br>This elegant grass can reach heights of 3 to 4 feet
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — with an approximate spread of 1 to 2 feet
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — narrow green leaves form a dense
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — clumping base from which the slender
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — flowering stems emerge in late spring to early summer
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — The inflorescences range in color from a pale silver-green to purplish hues
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — It has moderate water requirements and is drought-tolerant once established
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — making it a low-maintenance choice for xeriscaping or naturalized areas
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Its versatility makes it suitable for a variety of settings
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — including woodland gardens
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — and as a backdrop for smaller plants.<br><br>When designing a landscape with Melica altissima
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — Plant this grass in drifts or as solitary specimens to fully appreciate its delicate beauty
Siberian Melicgrass (Melica Altissima) — ensuring it becomes a graceful and refined element in your client's garden

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