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Upright Maiden Grass

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Gracillimus'

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Overview

The Upright Maiden Grass, Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus', is a graceful clumping perennial grass, treasured for its narrow, arching green leaves. In fall, it reaches 5 to 6 feet tall and displays copper blooms that transform into silvery plumes. This ornamental grass thrives in full sun, exhibits strong vertical growth, and brings elegance to any garden with its fine-textured foliage. It's hardy in USDA zones 5-9 and requires minimal maintenance.

Sun FullWater Low, MediumZones 5–10Type GrassClimate Temperate
Upright Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Gracillimus') — In fall, it reaches 5 to 6 feet tall and displays copper blooms that transform into silvery plumes
Upright Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Gracillimus') — is a graceful clumping perennial grass

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass
Family
Poaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Upright Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Gracillimus') — In fall, it reaches 5 to 6 feet tall and displays copper blooms that transform into silvery plumes
Upright Maiden Grass (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Gracillimus') — is a graceful clumping perennial grass

Photograph: KENPEI, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source

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