Miscanthus sinensis 'Silver Feather'

Miscanthus sinensis 'Silver Feather' is a German Ornamental Grass selection whose large, silver plumes are carried on 7' stems above handsomely striped foliage. With the sun behind them, they positively glow from mid-August through fall. Superb planted as a specimen, as the focal point in an island bed, or as a flowing four-season hedge, with dramatic winter effect. We don't cut the leaves back until spring, just before the new growth emerges.

The genus Miscanthus comprises about 14 species native to parts of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific islands. One well-known species native to East Asia, Miscanthus sinensis, variously called Eulalia Grass, Maiden Grass, Chinese Silver Grass, or Japanese Silver Grass, likes to grow in low areas and at the base of mountains. It is a warm season Grass, meaning it thrives during the hotter months of the year and goes dormant in late fall and winter. Eulalia Grass and its cultivars range in height from 3’ to 10’ tall or more, producing clumps of graceful leaf blades that may be solid, striped, or cross-hatched. From midsummer through fall, stalks of plumed flowers catch the sun beautifully and add interest to the garden when many other plants are starting to fade. With so much to offer ornamentally plus being tough and adaptable, Miscanthus is a popular garden plant whether planted in containers, as hedges, or at the back of the border.

The invasive potential of Miscanthus sinensis has been a concern throughout its century or more of cultivation. With quarantines and restrictions in place in several states around the country, there is debate about whether planting this Grass is environmentally sound. Current research and breeding efforts are pursuing varieties that are 100% sterile or that have an extremely low probability of setting viable seed during their growth cycle. White Flower Farm is dedicated to sourcing cultivars that are as noninvasive as possible.

For more information on growing Ornamental Grasses, click Growing Guide.

HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED

The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.

WHEN WE SHIP

We ship our bulbs and plants at the right time for planting in your area, except as noted, with orders dispatched on a first-come, first-served basis by climate zone. We also ship a wide range of containers and planters, tools, supplies, fertilizers, garden wear, garden decor items, as well as indoor decorations like wreaths and dried bouquets when available. Estimated dates for shipping are indicated in the green Shipping Details box for each item. Please supply a street address for delivery. Kindly contact us with two weeks notice, if you'll be away at the expected time of delivery.

OUR GUARANTEE

We guarantee to ship plants that are in prime condition for growing. If your order is damaged or fails to meet your expectations, we will cheerfully replace or refund it. Please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-503-9624 or email us at [email protected]. Please include your order number or customer number when contacting us.