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Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten'

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Overview

Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Ferner Osten') is an ornamental grass that offers three-season appeal. This compact variety reaches 3-4 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide, showcasing narrow, arching green leaves. Come autumn, striking feathery reddish-brown plumes rise above the foliage, transitioning to silvery white. Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, zones 5-9. Ideal for borders and focal points in garden designs.

Sun FullWater LowZones 4–9Type GrassClimate Temperate
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — This compact variety reaches 3-4 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide, showcasing narrow, arching
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Ideal for borders and focal points in garden designsFerner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Come autumn, striking feathery reddish-brown plumes rise above the foliageFerner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Miscanthus sinensis 'Ferner Osten,' commonly referred to as Ferner Osten Dwarf MaidenFerner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — is a striking ornamental grassFerner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, zones 5-9

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass
Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — This compact variety reaches 3-4 feet tall and 2-3 feet wide, showcasing narrow, arching
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Ideal for borders and focal points in garden designs
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Come autumn, striking feathery reddish-brown plumes rise above the foliage
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Miscanthus sinensis 'Ferner Osten,' commonly referred to as Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — is a striking ornamental grass
Ferner Osten Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Ferner Osten') — Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, zones 5-9
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