Miscanthus sinensis 'Giganteus' (Giant Chinese Silver Grass, Giant Maiden Grass, Giant Eulalia)
Botanical Information
Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Miscanthus |
Species | sinensis |
Cultivar | 'Giganteus' |
Category | Perennials |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 5a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -34 - (-29) |
Temperature (°F) | -30 - (-20) |
Height | 3 - 4 m |
Spread | 2 m |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | August, September |
Description and Growing Information
Pests | No serious pests or diseases of note. Watch for miscanthus mealybug and miscanthus blight. |
Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |