Exemplar Horticulture
This hardy, compact, warm season, perennial grass forms a thick clump of upright, arching, green leaves with broad, vivid yellow, horizontal bands; showy, red-purple, fan-like plumes rise above the foliage, maturing to tan; nice cut flower; nice winter interest; deer resistant; drought tolerant once established.
Showy, red-purple, fan-like plumes
Good in borders, mass plantings, large containers, water-wise and small gardens.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Zebra'
(Miniature Zebra Grass)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone | 4 (-30°F/-34°C) |
Exposure |
Full sun |
Form | |
Foliage Height |
36" (91 cm) |
Width | 36" (91 cm) |
Flower Height | 48" (122 cm) |
Flower Colour | Reddish fan-like plumes mature to tan |
Bloom Time |
August - September |
Watering Needs | Moderate-Low. Drought tolerant once established |
Soil Preferences |
Tolerates a wide range of soil types |