How big does gracillimus get?

‘Gracillimus’ Miscanthus Grass creates a well-shaped plant of leaves about 5-8 feet tall, and flowering stalks that usually reach about seven feet. Erect flowers shine in the summer sun, then coppery red plumes open in mid-autumn, creating a great show in the garden.

How fast does dwarf maiden grass grow?

It’s a slow grower, only growing about a foot in its first year, but by its third year, it may get up to 8 feet tall. It can be planted in the spring or fall, although spring is preferred to give the plant ample time to establish its root system before winter.

Does dwarf maiden grass spread?

Maiden grass thrives in full sun and may get 6 feet (2 m.) wide with a 10 foot (3 m.) spread. The grass requires well-drained soil, but is tolerant of excess moisture, dry conditions, acidic soils, and even hard clay sites.

Is gracillimus grass a perennial?

‘Gracillimus’ Maiden Grass | Perennials | Great Garden Plants.

Is Miscanthus gracillimus invasive?

Native to Asia, the species form of Miscanthus sinensis is invasive in several US states. The invasive potential is of less concern for many of its ornamental cultivars, some of which are sterile.

How do you trim gracillimus maiden grass?

One easy way to cut back the maiden grass is to gather it together in a bundle, tying it with a few blades of the grass, advises Monrovia. Then, cut down the grass to a few inches above the ground using pruning shears or manual or electric hedge shears.

How far apart should I plant maiden grass?

Space your maiden grass plants in rows that are 3 to 6 feet apart. Plants that will not be divided after the first year of growth will need ample space for growth.

What is gracillimus?

Gracillimus is a superb selection of Chinese Maidenhair grass that blooms with a massive display of copper colored flowers in late summer. The seedheads age to white giving the grass a wonderful look in fall and early winter.

Is there a dwarf zebra grass?

‘Little Zebra’, sometimes commonly called dwarf zebra grass, is a compact cultivar that typically grows in a clump to 3-4′ tall and to 2-3′ wide. It is noted for its compact size, upright form, horizontally-banded foliage and wine-purple flower plumes.