Miscanthus nepalensis (Himalayan fairy grass)
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Beginner skill rating |
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1m max. spread |
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1m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Miscanthus nepalensis
Other names: Himalayan fairy grass
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Genus: Miscanthus
Species: M. nepalensis - M. nepalensis is a tall, ornamental grass with green, arching foliage. In summer, bears creamy-yellow, pendant flowerheads, that form into seed-heads in autumn and persist into winter
Miscanthus nepalensis is: Deciduous
Flower: Pale-yellow, Cream in Summer; Yellow in Autumn; Yellow-brown in Winter
Foliage: Green in Spring; Green in Summer; Green in Autumn
Habit: Clump-forming
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Pests: Generally pest-free.
Diseases: Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning: Cut back old foliage in spring, taking care not to damage new shoots.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Division, Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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Miscanthus nepalensis (Himalayan fairy grass) will reach a height of 1m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, Containers, Cottage/Informal, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Cultivation: Plant in free-draining soil in a sunny position. Protect in winter in cold areas.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3) | |
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