Miscanthus sinensis 'Flamingo'
silver grass
Graceful arching foliage and soft pink plumes give this ornamental grass plenty of presence in a sunny border. Miscanthus sinensis...
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Plant description
Graceful arching foliage and soft pink plumes give this ornamental grass plenty of presence in a sunny border. Miscanthus sinensis 'Flamingo' forms a generous clump of slender green leaves with distinctive white midribs, turning warm golden-orange in autumn.
From late summer, feathery, rosy-pink flower plumes rise above the foliage, gradually fading to silvery tones as the season progresses. Leave the elegant stems standing through winter to add texture and movement to the garden, where they catch the light and look particularly striking on frosty mornings.
This RHS award-winning grass is ideal for adding height and seasonal interest to mixed borders.
From late summer, feathery, rosy-pink flower plumes rise above the foliage, gradually fading to silvery tones as the season progresses. Leave the elegant stems standing through winter to add texture and movement to the garden, where they catch the light and look particularly striking on frosty mornings.
This RHS award-winning grass is ideal for adding height and seasonal interest to mixed borders.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Slow growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Miscanthus sinensis Flamingo:
When planting, choose a site in full sun, incorporating organic matter to improve drainage and soil structure.
Water newly planted grasses regularly in their first summer; after that, they become better adapted to dry conditions in open ground. Lift and divide clumps every five years to maintain vigour.
For container-grown Miscanthus, water regularly in summer to prevent drying out. Leave top growth standing through winter and cut back to ground in late February as new shoots emerge.
Water newly planted grasses regularly in their first summer; after that, they become better adapted to dry conditions in open ground. Lift and divide clumps every five years to maintain vigour.
For container-grown Miscanthus, water regularly in summer to prevent drying out. Leave top growth standing through winter and cut back to ground in late February as new shoots emerge.
Please note:
This grass dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
