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Miscanthus sinensis Grosse Fontäne - Maiden Grass - Silvergrass

Miscanthus sinensis Grosse Fontäne
Eulalia, Porcupine Grass, Chinese silver Grass, Maiden Grass, Zebra Grass, Susuki Grass

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Tall, vigorous deciduous grass with late reddish spikes turning copper in autumn. Suitable for full sun in any soil that is not too dry or too moist.
Flower size
25 cm
Height at maturity
2 m
Spread at maturity
1.20 m
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March to May, September
Recommended planting time February to May, September to October
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Flowering time September to November
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Description

Miscanthus sinensis Grosse Fontäne, also known as Chinese silver grass or Eulalia, is a large deciduous grass that is robust, vigorous, and bears many flowers. The upright spikes of late inflorescence change colour from pink to reddish to silver in autumn. This plant's long, drooping leaves become coppery red in autumn, giving it a graceful fountain-like appearance. It remains interesting from late summer to the heart of winter when its plumes are finely dusted with frost. This plant is not invasive, and its inflorescences are perfect for dried bouquets. It is easy to grow in soil that is not too dry or moist in full sun.

Eulalia Grosse Fontäne is a type of grass that belongs to the Poaceae family. It is a horticultural variety that is derived from Miscanthus sinensis, which is native to China, Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, and New Zealand. This tall grass is a perennial and cespitose* type, with short rhizomes, forming a strong tuft with an upright and drooping habit. It can grow up to 2 metres (6.6 ft) in height with a spread of 1.20 metres (3.9 ft). The leaves are thin, very long, and flexible, initially dark green, then turning coppery red in autumn. Long floral stems emerge from the foliage from September to November, in the form of digitated and silky spikes, 20 to 30 cm (11.8 in) long, pinkish-red. As they fade, they take on a silvery hue. The plumes consist of tiny pinkish flowers that close up a little after blooming and then open again when mature. They then take on a paler and more fluffy appearance.

*This term refers to a non-spreading type of grass with rhizomes.

 

This particular type of Eulalia boasts deciduous foliage but remains visually appealing throughout most of the winter. It can be planted in large shrubs, where its strong presence brings a beautiful structure and abundant grace. This grass is also suitable for wild gardens and those who seek a meditative experience in their gardens. Plant it among asters, behind garden chrysanthemums, or repeat-flowering roses, and watch it grow and fill out, playing with the wind and low light of autumn and bending under rainshowers. When winter arrives, it illuminates the garden with its reassuring silhouette, much like conifers do. This grass is also perfect for modern gardens with clean lines alongside bamboo or ferns if the soil is moist. Miscanthus is also well suited for planting as a hedge, creating a screen along a path, isolating a part of the garden, or simply hiding the view of the street or a neighbour's garden. They offer a magical and almost fairytale-like experience when walking through them. These grasses bring volume and texture to the garden's boundaries, creating a natural transition to the open areas. In an urban garden, Miscanthus Grosse Fontäne helps soften the concrete structures. It can also be grown in large containers. Lastly, this Eulalia allows for beautiful dried bouquets.

 

Some varieties of giant Miscanthus are currently being studied because they offer real prospects for the creation of standing crop or fiber panels. These plants have several advantages: they do not deplete the soil, tolerate polluted soils well, can be incinerated without recovery, or even used for the production of biofuel.

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Miscanthus sinensis Grosse Fontäne - Maiden Grass - Silvergrass (Flowering) Flowering

Flowering

Flower colour red
Flowering time September to November
Inflorescence Spike
Flower size 25 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 2 m
Spread at maturity 1.20 m
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Miscanthus

Species

sinensis

Cultivar

Grosse Fontäne

Family

Poaceae

Other common names

Eulalia, Porcupine Grass, Chinese silver Grass, Maiden Grass, Zebra Grass, Susuki Grass

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference9443

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Planting and care

Miscanthus sinensis 'Grosse Fontäne' requires a warm position with a rich, fertile, and deep soil that is well-draining but moist during summer. The plant can tolerate occasional drought if planted deeply. It is best to cut back the foliage to ground level in early spring, once the risk of frost has passed. If planting in a container, choose a large container with a minimum capacity of 45 L and fill it with a fertile and well draining growing medium. A good mixture would consist of 20% garden soil, 20% drainage (such as pumice, gravel, or coarse sand), and 60% horticultural compost. Apply well-decomposed compost once or twice a year (at the end of winter and autumn) or slow-release fertiliser to provide adequate nutrition.

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Planting period

Best planting time March to May, September
Recommended planting time February to May, September to October

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Back of border, Free-standing, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 3 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral
Soil type Clayey (heavy), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, fresh and light

Care

Pruning instructions Prune the young plant at the end of winter, once the risk of heavy frosts has passed.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to April
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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