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Silver Arrow Miscanthus

Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder'

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Overview

Silver Arrow Miscanthus, or Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder', is a striking ornamental grass standing up to 7 feet tall and 4 feet wide. Renowned for its feathery silver plumes and fine-textured green foliage, it creates a graceful, arching silhouette. Hardy in zones 5-9, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Excellent for creating visual interest and movement in gardens, it requires minimal maintenance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type Grass
Silver Arrow Miscanthus (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder') — is a striking ornamental grass standing up to 7 feet tall and 4 feet wide
Silver Arrow Miscanthus (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder') — Hardy in zones 5-9, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soilSilver Arrow Miscanthus (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder') — Renowned for its feathery silver plumes and fine-textured green foliage

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass
Family
Poaceae

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Silver Arrow Miscanthus (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder') — is a striking ornamental grass standing up to 7 feet tall and 4 feet wide
Silver Arrow Miscanthus (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder') — Hardy in zones 5-9, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil
Silver Arrow Miscanthus (Miscanthus Sinensis 'Silberfeder') — Renowned for its feathery silver plumes and fine-textured green foliage

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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