Grass - Little Zebra Maiden (Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Zebra')
mis-KAN-thus sih-NEN-sis 'Little Zebra'
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Deciduous Perennial Upright, compact in the Poaceae Family
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Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Zebra' is a dwarf variety known for its compact, upright form and striking horizontally-banded foliage. This ornamental grass features reddish-purple plumes that gracefully change to creamy tan as they mature, adding visual interest throughout the seasons. With a height and width of 3 feet, it’s perfect for small gardens, patios, and decks, fitting seamlessly between other perennials. Blooming in late summer, 'Little Zebra' not only enhances garden aesthetics but also provides a lovely texture and color contrast in any landscape.
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Mature Size |
- 36 inches
tall. - 36 inches
wide.
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Growth Rate |
Average |
Sun Exposure |
Full Sun - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance |
Medium : Average
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Zones |
5a - 10b
(Usually hardy to -20° F)
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Attracts Birds, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Fall Color, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Beginners, Good for Borders, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Dried Flowers, Good for Mass Planting, Good for Rock Garden, Grasses, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Medium, Medium, Naturalizing, Normal Soil, Perennial, Popular For Fall, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerant of Clay Soil, Tolerant of Hot Dry Site, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Tolerant of Poor Soil, Tolerant of Sandy Soil, Variegated Foliage, Well-Drained Soil, Winter Interest, Woodland Garden Blue or Purple Flowering Perennials, Ornamental Grass, Pink or Red Flowering Perennials
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Bloom Period |
August to February
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Flower Color |
Wine Purple Fading To Tan
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Photos of This with...
Red Dragon Japanese Maple,
Red October Andropogon,
Gold Bar Eulalia,
Variegated Japanese Silver Grass,
Northwind Switch Grass,
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