Chinese Silvergrass 'Graziella' (Miscanthus sinensis): Graceful Arching Form with Silvery Plumes

Overview

'Graziella' is an older, elegant cultivar of Chinese Silvergrass. It forms a large, graceful, fountain-like clump of narrow, green leaves with a white midrib, 5-6 feet tall. In late summer, it produces abundant, silvery-white, feathery plumes that arch beautifully and persist into winter. A classic, reliable performer.

Taxonomy & Nomenclature

Cultivation & Uses

Full sun to part shade; moist, well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established. Use as a specimen, screen, in mixed borders, and for dried flowers. Cut back in late winter. Can self-sow in favorable conditions; deadhead plumes if concerned.