Miscanthus sinensis 'Cosmopolitan' | |
Cosmopolitan Maiden Grass | |
Miscanthus sinensis 'Cosmopolitan', also known as Maiden Grass, this strong upright grower with a rounded habit has wide ribbon-like foliage with creamy white and dark green variegation. Showy feathery plumes. Full sun to light shade. Highly salt tolerant and prefers moist to well drained soils. FEATURES: Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis 'Cosmopolitan' Common Name: Cosmopolitan Maiden Grass Features: Salt Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Upright Habit, Rounded Habit Bloom Time: Fall Light Requirements: Full Sun -Partial Sun Resists Deer, Rabbits Mature Plant Size: 5 - 6 feet Zone 5 - 9 | |
Feed in March and November with Planttone. Re-mulch every January and June. Prune almost to the ground every April 1st. Deep soak every 2 weeks the first 2 summers. Cut plumes in fall and spray with preservative for dried flower arrangements. | |
Attractive accent, screen, or mass planting | |
Full sun, fertile well drained soil | |
Feathery plumes | |
Late summer - winter | |
Feathery white flower plumes | |
4'x4' | |
3-5' | |
Clumping, erect foliaged perennial | |
Fast | |
Full Sun-Partial Sun | |
0 to 10 deg. F | |
Water regularly as needed | |
Wide green leaves with cream striping | |
Perennial |