Maiden Grass

Miscanthus sinensis

A large, fountain-shaped warm-season ornamental grass with fine arching foliage and silvery-plumed flowers in late summer/fall that persist through winter.

Sun
full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
moderate
Mature size
5-7 ft × 3-5 ft
Bloom
Silvery/coppery plumes in late summer to fall, persisting into winter.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 5–9

Care guide

Quick ID

Large fountain-shaped warm-season grass (*Miscanthus sinensis*). Fine arching foliage; silvery fall plumes that hold through winter.

Sun & Site

Full sun (6+ hrs); adaptable, well-drained soil.

Seasonal Care

Cut to ~6-8 in in late winter/early spring before new growth. It's warm-season — emerges later in spring, so don't assume dieback.

In my garden

E2Bed E2
SunPart sun
Soilsandy loam, fast percolation
Water sourceCulinary
Hardiness hereZone 7
2022+
Planted · ~4 yrs
What I've done here
  • 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied