Miscanthus x giganteus typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
giant silver grass
Miscanthus x giganteus
Giant silver grass (Miscanthus x giganteus) is a graceful, clump-forming grass with narrow, arching leaves that turn silver-white in autumn. In late summer, the plant produces large, silvery plumes about 2 feet long. This deciduous grass is very winter hardy and tolerates poor soil conditions. It is adaptable to many climate zones and prefers full sun and moist soil. Giant silver grass makes for an attractive accent in a garden and can be planted as a specimen or in mass plantings. Plant it in a naturalized area or add it to provide a softer background for other plants.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6
Flowers:
Showy, Pink, Red Flowers In Autumn
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Humus rich, Well-drained
Fruits:
silver,purple,pink,white Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Giant silver grass (Miscanthus x giganteus) requires ample water during its active growing season, which is typically from spring through autumn. As a general rule of thumb, water this species when the soil feels dry to a depth of 1-2 inches and water deeply until runoff begins to occur. Watering too often is not recommended as this can cause root rot and other diseases. If the temperatures are hot and the air is dry, the grass may require watering once or twice a week, whereas in milder climates it can go for a week or more between waterings. Always check the soil moisture before watering to avoid overwatering.
sunlight
Giant silver grass prefers full sun to partial shade and requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth. It is best to ensure the plant receives early morning sunlight, as this will allow the foliage to dry out before nightfall and prevent any fungal or disease issues. When it comes to temperatures, giant silver grass is a very cold-hardy species and can tolerate temperatures as low as -19℃ (or -2°F). In order for the species to grow its best and reach its mature size of roughly 3-4 meters, it must receive full sun.
pruning
Giant silver grass (Miscanthus x giganteus) should be pruned in mid- to late spring. Pruning should be focused on removing any winter damage and cutting back any dead stems. This can be done by cutting them off at the plant’s base. Additionally, if desired, the tips of the new growth can be trimmed back in order to encourage fuller, denser new growth. Pruning of giant silver grass should be done lightly and with care- it is a grass and trimming too aggressively could end up harming some plants.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Miscanthus x giganteus typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.
Starts Flowering
Miscanthus x giganteus typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Miscanthus x giganteus typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.
