Miscanthus sinensis Strictus
Miscanthus sinensis Strictus
Pot plant
Pot size plant Ø 9cm
1 perennial plant
Height at delivery incl. pot 14 cm
£5.25
Out of stock
SKU
B11114
Strictus is a compact, clump-forming deciduous grass commonly known as porcupine grass due to its erect leaf blades allegedly resembling porcupine...
Strictus is a compact, clump-forming deciduous grass commonly known as porcupine grass due to its erect leaf blades allegedly resembling porcupine quills. In late summer its striking erect, spiky foliage uniquely banded with yellow is topped with a wonderful display of large soft-pink showy plumes
Its foliage dries and turns a light tan shade and the flower plumes persist well into winter providing good winter interest. The flowers can be cut and dried for flower arrangements.
Perfect for growing as a specimen on a lawn, at the back of a mixed border or as a screen.
- 1 x Miscanthus sinensis Strictus
Botanical name | Miscanthus sinensis Strictus |
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Category | Grasses |
Species | miscanthus |
Delivered as | Pot plant |
aa_size | Ø 9cm |
aa_height | 14cm |
Qty | 1x |
Flowers | Yes |
Flower period | Autumn |
Fragrant | No |
Cutflowers | No |
Fruits | No |
Edible | No |
Location | Sun and shade |
Hardy | Yes |
Hardiness | -15 celsius |
Ground Covering | No |
Naturalizing | No |
Plant spacing | 30cm |
Plant Depthrośliny | 15cm |
Preferred Soil | Well drained soil |
Fully grown in | 2 years |
Full grown height | 150cm - 200cm |
Mature width | 125cm - 150cm |
Poisonous | No |
How to take care of Miscanthus sinensis Strictus
Miscanthus can remain in the ground for at least fifteen to twenty years. First year growth is insufficient. New shoots emerge around March each year, growing rapidly in June-July, producing bamboo-like canes. It dies back naturally in the autumn/winter; the leaves fall off, providing nutrients for the soil. This growth pattern is repeated every year. However, their spread is slow and there is little risk of uncontrolled invasion of hedges or fields. Suitable for any well drained soil, plant in a sunny or partially shaded position. Enrich the planting site with organic matter prior to planting. Plant in a hole deep enough so that the root ball will be a little deeper than the plant was growing in its container. Mulch grasses with organic material in the autumn to protect roots and shoots from freezing. Grasses which die back completely in winter can be rejuvenated by cutting the entire plant back to about 10cm in early spring.
For additional instructions see product packaging.