miscanthus giganteus
Miscanthus giganteus is a striking ornamental grass that has gained popularity in New Zealand gardens for its impressive height, low-maintenance growth habit, and year-round interest. Often reaching heights of up to three metres, this giant miscanthus creates a dramatic statement in borders, screens, and privacy plantings. Its tall, upright canes are topped with elegant feathery plumes in late summer and autumn, providing movement and texture to your landscape design. Thanks to its adaptability and resilience, Miscanthus giganteus thrives in a variety of conditions, making it a versatile choice for home gardeners, landscapers, and even those interested in sustainable gardening solutions like biomass production or erosion control.
Miscanthus 'Zebrinus'
Miscanthus 'Zebrinus' (Zebra Grass) is a striking ornamental grass recognised for its bold horizontal yellow banding across arching green leaves. This dramatic variety adds strong visual interest and movement to New Zealand gardens throughout the growing season. Its upright clumping habit makes it ideal for borders mass planting and feature positions. Easy to grow and low maintenance Miscanthus 'Zebrinus' is perfect for adding texture and contrast to garden landscapes.
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Miscanthus sinensis
Miscanthus sinensis is an ornamental grass that grows as a clump of narrow, arching, green leaves. The colouring gives a light silver-green effect to the foliage, hence the common name, Japanese Silver Grass. Tall spikes of plum-like flowers are borne in summer, which are cream with a pink tone as they grow to 1.5 m tall and 1 m wide. Miscanthus sinensis is commonly included in mixed plantings, planted around a water feature, used as a backdrop for other plants, or included in borders.
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