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MISCANTHUS sacchariflorus
Commonly known as Amur silver grass, Silver banner grass
An attractive ornamental grass with large plumes
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Deciduous
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Height1.5-2.2m (5-7ft) -
Spread1.4m (4½ft)
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Ornamental grassesRobust, clump-forming perennial grass. Produces stiff, flat blue-green leaves to 90cm (36in) long with pale, silver-green midribs. Fan shaped plumes to 40cm (16in) long with silvery-white spikelets.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Full sun
MISCANTHUS sacchariflorus
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originSoutheastern Asia. -
HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilProtect from excessive winter wet.
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Grasses - Care Guide
Miscanthus - Growing Guide
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1.5-2.2m (5-7ft)
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
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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.
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Only £7.50
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