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Miscanthus sinensis 'Nippon'

Family Gramineae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
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Description The herbaceous perennial Miscanthus sinensis 'Nippon' (eulalia) bears showy blossoms during early summer to late winter. A specimen plant, Miscanthus sinensis 'Nippon' (eulalia) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Miscanthus sinensis 'Nippon' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer. In autumn, Miscanthus sinensis 'Nippon' is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.
Cautions Be advised that Miscanthus sinensis 'Nippon' (eulalia) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.