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Miscanthus sinensis

Chinese Silvergrass

In Stock: 0.026 lb (Total:0.026lb)
  • Miscanthus sinensis

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0.03 lb

Details

Germination:
50%
Germination test:
estimate
Purity:
85%
Seeds per lb:
481,908
Quantity:
0.03 lb
Collected in:
Virginia
Crop year:
2021
Min. hardiness zone:
5
Item ID:
1830104

Growing Info

Scarification
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours
Stratification
Stratification: cold stratify for 30 days
Germination
Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep , tamp the soil, keep moist

Looking for a versatile and resilient ornamental plant for your garden? Meet Miscanthus sinensis Chinese Silvergrass! This herbaceous perennial grass is native to eastern Asia and forms a substantial clump of green leaves with light green or yellow stripes. It prefers full sun and good soil but is tolerant of some shade and moderately dry soil. In late summer, feathery flower stalks emerge and last through winter, providing visual interest and texture. Although it may be knocked flat by snow, it will stand up again when the snow melts. Chinese Silvergrass is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant in temperate regions worldwide, and several cultivars have been selected, including 'Zebrinus' with horizontal yellow and green stripes across the leaves. It's also a candidate for bioenergy production due to its high yield and genetic variation, making it a valuable addition to any garden.

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