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Encore Grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore'

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Overview

Encore Grass, a cultivar of Miscanthus sinensis, is an elegant ornamental grass featuring arching green blades and feathery golden blooms. This perennial reaches 4-5 feet in height and spreads up to 3-4 feet wide. Drought-resistant once established, it thrives in full sun to part shade. Its late-season blossoms persist into winter, providing visual interest. Suitable for USDA zones 5-9, it's ideal for borders, mass plantings, or as a specimen.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type GrassClimate Temperate
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — Its growth habit and textural contrast make it an excellent choice for mass plantings

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass
Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — though it prefers well-drained soil
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — and resistant to most pests and diseases
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — Drought-resistant once established, it thrives in full sun to part shade
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — while requiring minimal upkeep
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — often referred to as Encore Grass
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — is an elegant ornamental grass featuring arching green blades and feathery golden blooms; this fiery autumnal
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — This ornamental grass typically reaches a height of 4 to 5 feet with a spread of approximately 3 to 4 feet
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — as a backdrop for flowering perennials
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — is an elegant ornamental grass featuring arching green blades and feathery golden blooms
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — This perennial reaches 4-5 feet in height and spreads up to 3-4 feet wide
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — reaching heights of up to 6 feet
Encore Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Encore') — making it a robust addition to many gardens.<br><br>Once established
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