Eulalia Grass 'Gracillimus'

Scientific Name: Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'

Common Name: Gracillimus Maiden Grass, Eulalia

Hardiness Zone: 5 to 9

Hardiness Degree: Down to -20°F (-28.9°C)

Blooming Season: Late Summer to Fall

Plant Habit: Clump-forming, upright, arching

Characteristics: Narrow, arching green leaves with a silvery midrib; coppery flowers maturing to silvery-white plumes; foliage turns yellow to bronze in fall; provides winter interest

Water: Average; requires consistent moisture, especially during establishment

Fertilize: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in late winter or early spring before new growth starts

Spacing: 2.5 to 3 feet (0.75 to 0.9 meters) apart

Height: 5 to 7 feet (1.5 to 2.1 meters)

Width: 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 meters)

Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Note: Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' prefers moist, well-drained soil and benefits from cutting back dead foliage to the ground in late winter or early spring before new shoots appear. While generally low-maintenance, it can become invasive in some regions due to self-seeding. To prevent this, remove seed heads before they disperse, or consider using mulch to suppress seed germination.