Giant Miscanthus

Miscanthus × longiberbis

Native to:
China, Japan, Korea

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Poaceae
Genus:
Miscanthus
Species:
Miscanthus × longiberbis
USDA Symbol:
MIGI2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Graminoid
Height:
200 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
silver, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fall Color:
tan, brown
Fire Ecology:
Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire
Fire Notes:
Can resprout after fire; used in restoration of fire-prone habitats.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Prefers fertile soils with good organic content