Exemplar Horticulture
This warm season dwarf perennial grass forms a compact, upright clump of fine green leaves that turn yellow and red in fall; reddish-pink plumes appear on long stalks, maturing to silvery-white; nice cut flower; fairly drought tolerant once established.
Nice cut flower
Good in borders, water-wise gardens, mass plantings and as accent.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio'
(Adagio Japanese Silver Grass)
Growing | Requirements |
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Zone | 6 (-10°F/-23°C) |
Exposure |
Full sun |
Form | |
Foliage Height |
36" (91 cm) |
Width | 48" (122 cm) |
Flower Height | 48" (122 cm) |
Flower Colour | Reddish-pink plumes fade to silvery-white |
Bloom Time | August |
Watering Needs | Moderate-Low. Water regularly |
Soil Preferences |
Prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil types |
Part of our Water Smart Collection