Miscanthus Species, Himalayan Fairy Grass, Nepal Fairy Grass
Miscanthusnepalensis

Synonym:Erianthus nepalensis

Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Evergreen
Deciduous
Good Fall Color
Smooth

Foliage Color
Bronze
Blue-Green

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

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger
N/A

Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
Brown/Bronze
White/Near White
Cream/Tan

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Late Fall/Early Winter

Other details

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