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Miscanthus Species, Himalayan Fairy Grass, Nepal Fairy Grass

Miscanthusnepalensis

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Miscanthus nepalensis by RosinaBloom
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Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Miscanthus (miss-KANTH-us)
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Species
nepalensis (nap-ahl-EN-sis)
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Synonym
Erianthus nepalensis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Deciduous
Good Fall Color
Smooth
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Brown/Bronze
White/Near White
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Bronze
Blue-Green
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing the rootball
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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