Miscanthus sinensis - 'Dixieland' (Miscanthus)

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Type	Grass, Deciduous, Flowering
Form	Upright Taller-Growing Clump, Architectural Form
Size	Large Border / Screening Plant (1.8 to 3m height)
Colours	Cream Flowers (Autumn), Variegated green-white Foliage
Care	Low/Easy Maintenance
Hardiness	Very hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth	Medium Growing Plant
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Miscanthus sinensis - Cultivation Notes

This large ornamental grass is tough & fast growing, preferring any well drained soil - yet not to fertile. They are drought tolerant and love full sun, so good for dry spots. Mulch in autumn, cut back hard in late winter, divide clumps every few years.

Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage

Strengths of Miscanthus sinensis:

Sun loving drought tolerant plant
Suitable for container growing
Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils

Weaknesses of Miscanthus sinensis

Invasive top growth

Design & Plant Use for Miscanthus sinensis:

Autumn flowering ornamental grass for late seasonal interest
Ornamental grass for summer long foliage interest
Ornamental grass ideal for drift planting in a sunny spot

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