miscanthus new zealand
Miscanthus in New Zealand has become an increasingly popular choice for gardeners and landscapers seeking ornamental grasses that offer both structure and movement throughout the year. With their elegant arching stems, feathery plumes, and distinctive foliage, Miscanthus varieties are a staple in sustainable garden design. Whether you want to establish a low-maintenance garden border, create privacy screens, or add year-round interest to your landscape, the range of Miscanthus available in New Zealand has something to offer every gardener.
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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