Chinese Silver Grass - Miscanthus sinensis Sarabande

Miscanthus Sarabande is a graceful evergreen clumping grass known for its arching green foliage, mauve summer flower heads and silvery white winter plumes. Foliage transitions to burnt orange in autumn, adding rich seasonal colour. Its tall narrow habit makes it ideal for borders, erosion control banks, mass planting, courtyard gardens and feature planting in low maintenance landscapes. Hardy, frost tolerant and dependable, it thrives across Melbourne's cool-temperate climate.

Key Features:

• Soil: Performs well in clay, loam, sandy and well drained soils.
• Light: Full sun to semi shade. Full sun enhances plume production.
• Watering: Medium water needs. Keep moist during long dry periods.
• Fertiliser: Apply slow release fertiliser annually if desired.
• Maintenance: Cut back in late winter to encourage fresh new spring growth.
• Flowering: Mauve feathery flower heads in summer aging to silvery-white.

Cut the plant back to about 15-20cm above ground in late winter before new growth begins. This keeps the clump fresh and encourages strong new foliage for the next season.

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