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Silver Feather Grass, Miscanthus sinensis ‘Silberfeder’

Big Bluestem

Full Sun, Warm-season

The “Silver Feathers” of this grass are its very tall inflorescences that are displayed above the foliage. Exceptional winter interest.

Advertised HeightAdvertised Zone

84”

4

YearHeight/Width
Year 136”/24”
Year 272”/24”
DatePictures
September 2007Big Bluestem
November 2007Big Bluestem
September 2008Big Bluestem
September 2009Big Bluestem
November 2009Big Bluestem