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    MISCANTHUS sinensis 'Cosmopolitan'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    MISCANTHUS sinensis 'Cosmopolitan'

    Commonly known as Chinese silver grass

    AWARD
    Green leaves edged white with coppery red flowers
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    2 to 3 Litre
    Delivery Information
    Available Early Spring 2025
    £14.50 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 3+ £13.00 each
    Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
    Plant Details
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    • Good to know
      M. sinensis var. condensatus 'Cosmopolitan'
    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      Southeastern Asia
    • Deciduous
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      4m (12ft)
    • Spread
      1.2m (4ft)
    • Ornamental grasses
      Clump-forming perennial grass with erect stems and erect to arching, linear leaves to 1.2m (4ft) long Produces spikelets in pyramidal panicles to 40cm (16in) long.
    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Border
      Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
      Protect from excessive winter wet.
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
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    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug Pellets
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
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    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
    All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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