Eulalia grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’) mis-KAN-thus sih-NEN-sis Genus:  Miscanthus

This elegantly shaped grass has narrow leaves with white mid-ribs and a vase-like form to 6 feet tall. It shows bronze autumn color and can stand throughout winter to provide architectural interest. Tassel-like inflorescences appear in fall and can be used as cut or dried flowers.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Elegant form; four-season interest.

Care: 

Adaptable, but best in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Does not tolerate excessive winter moisture. Cut to the ground by early spring. Needs space to grow.

Propagation: 

Sow seed in a cold frame in spring. Divide young plants in spring (older plants are difficult to divide). Pot on divisions or grow seedlings in a cold frame until established.

Problems: 

Infrequent.

Overview

Height 6 ft. to 10 ft. Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Invasive/Aggressive Grower, Moderate Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Song Birds, Showy Flowers, Showy Foliage, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Fall Flower Color Brown Foliage Color Variegated Foliage Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower, Screening, Specimen Plant/Focal Point, Waterside Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Type Grasses