38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'
Variegated Maiden Grass
$20
19cm Pot
Mature height:
1.5 - 2 m
Mature width:
1.2 - 1.5 m
A bold, architectural ornamental grass with a sturdy, arching habit. Features wide, striking leaves with broad, longitudinal, creamy-white stripes. Produces beautiful, drooping, pinkish-tan plumes in late summer.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Moist, fertile, well-drained loam.
Sunlight
Full sun is essential for best variegation and strong stems.
Flower
Pinkish-tan drooping plumes in late summer/autumn.
Care & Maintenance
Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus' is a bold, striped grass that provides dramatic, structural, garden interest all year.
• Cut back in late winter to refresh growth.
• Plant in sunny, well-draining, and fertile garden soil.
• Water regularly during dry spells in the summer.
• Hardy against frost and cold Central Otago winds.
Common Uses for
Miscanthus sinensis 'Variegatus'
01
Bold Focal Point
Commands attention with its large, striking, white-striped leaf architecture.
02
Garden Divider
Forms a massive, high-impact, textured screen for garden boundary zones.
03
Contrast Plant
Provides a bright, variegated contrast against dark-leaf evergreen shrubs.
04
Specimen Grass
Stands alone beautifully as a centerpiece in large, sunny garden beds.
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38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
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