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Miscanthus x 'Andante'

Maiden Grass

Plant Type:

GRASSES & GRASS-LIKE PLANTS

Miscanthus sinensis 'Andante' - Among the finest Miscanthus sinensis cultivars is 'Andante'. Profuse late summer inflorescence in buff/silver with a bare flush of pink froth this fine grass. The display of late season inflorescence when backlit by the sun illuminates like a spectacular fiber optic display. Its habit is graceful; the densely set blades in medium-dark green with a silver band running along the central vein rise and fountain out - mesmerizing in summer breezes. A Kurt Bluemel intro, a favorite of his, is possibly a hybrid between M. sinensis and M. transmorrisonensis. Neither rabbits nor deer will eat 'Andante'. Average to fertile draining ground in plenty of sun. Established potted Maiden Grass via division.


Height:

7 ft

Spread:

7 ft

Colors:

Buff, Silvery

Characteristics and Attributes for Miscanthus x 'Andante'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Late Summer into Autumn

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Four Seasons

Autumn Interest

  • Fruit / Berries / Seed Heads

Nature Attraction

  • Deer Resistant

Light

  • Full Sun

Attributes

  • Drought Tolerant
  • Specimen
  • Grass Garden
  • Screen

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Moderately Fast

Soil

  • Draining
  • Fertile

Origins

  • Garden Origin

Propagated By

  • Division