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Cool Season Grass
Thrives in areas with cold freezing winters and hot summers.
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Our photo doesn't show it, but this elegant grass has fine, arching white-and-green variegated leaves of great beauty, giving the whole plant a silvery appearance. Introduced from Japan in 1976, this grass is now considered the best of the Miscanthus group, and a stunning specimen plant for garden or meadow.
The elegant reddish plumes (which dry for arrangements to a creamy white) appear in September or October, adding great drama to the fall landscape.
About Miscanthus hybrids: Our friend, Jack Scheper, the plant expert who runs Floridata.com, tell us that there are now hundreds of cultivars of this handsome grass. He says What they have in common are a clump forming habit (never forming turf), in which the leaves grow up, then cascade out and down like a fountain; foliage that turns various shades of gold or bronze in autumn and holds up well throughout the winter; erect flowers that shine in the summer sun, then turn soft and fluffy in winter, and persist beautifully in dried arrangements; and a preference for sunny positions in the landscape.
| SKU | 10ORN |
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| Common Name | Maiden Grass |
| Botanical Name | Miscanthus sinensis |
| Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Mature Height | 60-84" tall (5-7 feet) |
| Estimated Mature Spread | 30-48" wide |
| Bloom Time | Foliage plant all season |
| Planting Depth | Crown of plant should rest just at or above the soil surface after watering in. |
| Ships As | Potted Plant |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Planting Time | Spring / Summer |
| Soil Type | Clay Soil, Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Drought/Dry Soil |
| Soil Moisture | Dry, Average, Well Draining |
| Advantages | Deer Resistant, Attract Birds, Winter Interest, Dried Flowers |
| Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | No |
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by PowerReviewsAmerican MeadowsMaiden Grass Morning Light
(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
40%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
No Pros
Cons
No Cons
Best Uses
No Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Avid gardener (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (3)
Reviewed by 5 customers
Displaying reviews 1-5
Pros
- Attractive
- Hardy
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Garden
- Outdoors
- Patio
- Pool Area
Comments about American Meadows Maiden Grass Morning Light:
the fine foliage is now dotted with twinges of rust colored. looks absolutely beautiful mixed with the blue. small white tufts starting to poke out. very little maintenance
Pros
- Accurate Instructions
Cons
- Flimsy
- Small In Size
Best Uses
- Garden
Comments about American Meadows Maiden Grass Morning Light:
Very disappointing size upon arrival and in 3 months of growing it has not matured to the anticipated plant.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
- Of 3 Ordered 1 Survived
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about American Meadows Maiden Grass Morning Light:
used to line drive, with established plant
One of three starts survived mild, wet spring & summer
See above
- Primary use:
- Personal
Comments about American Meadows Maiden Grass Morning Light:
Received as other plants in order but these didn't grow. planted according to instructions.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Low Maintenance
- Pest Resistant
- Reliable Growth
Cons
Best Uses
- Raised Beds
Comments about American Meadows Maiden Grass Morning Light:
We put this grass at a lake home. We aren't there a lot so we needed something that can " make it without much help" This grass is great. It was a little slow starting but is doing great now. I love how it looks so fragile, but must really be a tough plant! I love it. Thanks.
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USDA Hardiness Planting Zones
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
- If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will survive the winter temperatures in your area.
- If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
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Merchant response: We sincerely apologize that the Maiden Grass Morning Light failed to meet your expectations. Keep in mind that most perennial plants would be expected to reach their mature size in the 2nd or 3rd growing season. We are committed to our customers satisfaction and stand behind all of our products with our 100% guarantee. As no contact information was provided with your review, please contact us at your convenience and we will be more than happy to go over some resolution options with you.