Species eulalia
off-white flowers with beige-brown foliage

eulalia

Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande'

Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande' is a clump-forming, deciduous ornamental grass. Towering stalks of inflorescences can reach up to 8 feet tall, with slim leaves that create a billowing, cascading effect. In the fall, the foliage takes on an elegant, reddish hue. This species prefers well-drained soils in full sun. It is easy to maintain and drought tolerant, making it an ideal choice as a specimen or accent plant in a garden or landscape. With its striking form and foliage color, Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande' adds year-round texture and interest to any outdoor space.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation,Tissue Culture

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 9

Flowers:

Reddish-brown Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Eulalia (Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande') should be watered deeply and slowly once a week in the spring and summer months. To water deeply, use a watering can with a fine nozzle or set your hose on a slow trickle. The soil should be damp to about 6 inches below the surface. Avoid areas of standing water. In the fall and winter, the plant should be watered every 2 weeks, unless there are days of extreme heat or drought. Adjust the watering schedule accordingly. In general, the plant should not be allowed to dry out completely between waterings.

sunlight

Eulalia (Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande') requires at least 4 hours of full direct sunlight each day, preferably in the morning hours and spread out throughout the day. The plant flourishes in warmer climates and enjoys receiving sunlight during the spring and summer months. In cooler climates, providing Eulalia with 4 or more hours of sunlight a day may not be possible. If this is the case, the plant should be given extra light indoors, using artificial sun lamps or fluorescent lights that are designed to supplement or replace direct sunlight.

pruning

Eulalia, also known as Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande', should be pruned once a year during the late winter or early spring season. Before its pruning begins, the plant should first be inspected for any dead or damaged stems that may need to be removed. When pruning Eulalia, the recommended method is to thin out portions of the plant's canes. This will help avoid overcrowding and keep the plant looking neat and well groomed. Trim back the spent flower stems from the previous year and selectively remove some of the canes back to the base of the plant. The recommended amount of pruning for Eulalia is to remove roughly 1-third of the oldest stems each season. This will help stimulate new growth and ensure that the plant remains healthy and vigorous.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande' typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Miscanthus sinensis 'Sarabande' typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

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