Miscanthus Gnome
£12.00
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notes
A compact grass, Miscanthus Gnome has narrow leaves that turn from blue-green to yellow and then to brown, with feathery panicles that open in late summer a pinkish bronze colour before fading to silver. These remain on the plant over winter providing sculptural interest in the garden.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height and Spread: 150cm (4ft 11in) x W: 150cm (4ft 11in) in 2-5 years
Features
notes
A compact grass, Miscanthus Gnome has narrow leaves that turn from blue-green to yellow and then to brown, with feathery panicles that open in late summer a pinkish bronze colour before fading to silver. These remain on the plant over winter providing sculptural interest in the garden.
Insights
Miscanthus is a tolerant, deciduous hardy perennial with an erect habit that offers great versatility in the garden. It looks wonderful as a specimen or planted in groups as a screen, but equally looks effective in a large pot on a terrace.
Details
- Flowers: August
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- South, West or East aspects
- Full sun
Care
- Low maintenance
- Cut back to ground level late March before new growth emerges
- Protect from winter wet
Glossary