miscanthus sinensis purpurascens
Miscanthus sinensis purpurascens is a striking ornamental grass known for its vivid autumn colour and architectural form, making it a favourite among New Zealand gardeners and landscape designers. With narrow, upright foliage that turns brilliant copper, orange, and red tones in late summer and autumn, this grass adds dynamic movement and year-round interest to borders, gardens, and naturalistic plantings. As a robust, low-maintenance plant, it thrives in most soils, handles drought well once established, and brings height and texture to your outdoor spaces. Whether you’re seeking a vibrant focal point, a privacy screen, or a fresh addition to a mixed border, miscanthus sinensis purpurascens delivers lasting beauty and versatility.
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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