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Maiden Grass

Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'

Nature Hills Nursery
  • Graceful Weeping Foliage with Silver Streaks Creates Year-Round Textural Interest
  • Thrives in Zones 4-9
  • Showy Pink Blooms From Late Summer to Early Fall
  • Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant
  • Stunning Yellow Fall Foliage
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Plant Characteristics Cold hardy, Drought resistant, Fast-growing, Flowering, Deer-resistant, Evergreen, Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Fragrant
Hardiness Zone 5a9b
Sunlight Full sun, Partial shade
Height 4-6 ft
Width 3-5 ft
Watering Needs Moderate
Preferred Soil Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Growth Rate Moderate
Growth Habit Bushy, Compact, Trailing, Upright
Plant Life Cycle Perennial
Blooms In Summer, Fall
Flower Color Pink, Red
Suitable Space Outdoors
Plant Name Grass
Botanical Name Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'
Species sinensis
Cultivar Gracillimus
Class Poales
Does Not Ship To AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, OR, PR, UT, WA
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Jean
Carefree

Love, love this grass all year round. Once it is established, it is easy to maintain. I have 7 planted in a row on a small hill behind my house -- and they never disappoint.

Hi Jean,

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your Maiden Grass is thriving and that it sounds stunning in a row on the hill behind your house. Maiden Grass is truly a versatile and graceful plant, especially when well-established, and it’s great to know yours never disappoint.

If you ever want to keep your grass looking its best, a light trim in late winter or early spring can help encourage new growth and maintain its nice shape. Also, paying attention to watering, especially in dry spells, will ensure it stays lush and healthy all year long.

We appreciate you sharing your experience with us and hope your Maiden Grass continues to bring a beautiful, carefree touch to your landscape for many seasons to come!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

J
Jean
Carefree

Love, love this grass all year round. Once it is established, it is easy to maintain. I have 7 planted in a row on a small hill behind my house -- and they never disappoint.

Hi Jean,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Maiden Grass! We’re delighted to hear that they add beauty to your hillside year-round and that maintaining them has been a breeze once established. Planting seven in a row sounds like a striking and serene border—it’s great to know they consistently meet your expectations.

If you ever want to keep them even healthier and lush, a light mulch and occasional pruning in early spring can really give them a fresh start each season. Also, monitoring soil moisture during hot, dry spells helps Maiden Grass stay vibrant throughout the summer.

We truly appreciate you taking the time to let us know how your plants are thriving.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

C
City
Fall flowers

Maiden grass adds so much motion and beauty in the fall, especially when the wind blows.

Hi City G.,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with maiden grass! We absolutely agree—its graceful movement in the fall breeze truly brings a dynamic charm to any garden. It’s fantastic to hear how it’s enhancing your outdoor space during the season.

If you’re looking to complement your maiden grass, you might consider pairing it with late-blooming perennials or early-spring bulbs for an extended impact. Also, Maiden Grass tends to thrive in full sun with well-drained soil, and giving it a light trim in late winter encourages healthy growth and sidelines wear. If you ever want advice on caring for other seasonal favorites, we’re always here to help!

Happy fall gardening!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

C
City
Fall flowers

Maiden grass adds so much motion and beauty in the fall, especially when the wind blows.

Dear City Girl,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely experience with Maiden Grass! We couldn’t agree more—there’s something truly mesmerizing about those graceful, flowing plumes moving with the breeze in the fall. It’s perfect for adding not only movement but also texture and warm autumn tones to any garden.

If you’re interested in enhancing this natural beauty even further, Maiden Grass thrives best with full sun and well-drained soil. A yearly cutback in late winter helps maintain its vigor and encourages fresh growth in spring. Pairing it with late-blooming perennials or ornamental pumpkins can create stunning fall displays full of color and movement.

If you ever want more planting or maintenance tips, or inspiration for complementary plants, don’t hesitate to reach out. We love helping our customers bring their outdoor spaces to life!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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Helen
Weeping form

Maiden grass is so good looking with the weeping-like grass blades. The more blades it gets, the better it looks.

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely thoughts about Maiden Grass, Helen! We’re delighted to hear how much you appreciate its elegant, weeping blades—they truly add such graceful movement and texture to any garden. It’s wonderful that you’re enjoying watching it fill out more fully; as the clump matures, it does become even richer and more striking.

To help your Maiden Grass thrive and enhance that lovely cascading effect, be sure it’s planted in well-drained soil and receives full sun to partial shade. Regular water during the growing season and a light trim back in late winter can encourage fresh, abundant growth. If you’d like, we also have some care sheets and planting tips on our site that you might find handy.

Thank you again for your thoughtful review—it’s feedback like yours that helps us continue sharing beautiful plants with nature lovers like yourself.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

H
Helen
Weeping form

Maiden grass is so good looking with the weeping-like grass blades. The more blades it gets, the better it looks.

Dear Helen,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely thoughts about Maiden Grass! We couldn’t agree more—the elegant, weeping blades really do give this ornamental grass its charming graceful appeal. It’s wonderful to hear how its fullness enhances its beauty in your garden.

If you’re ever interested in tips to help encourage fuller growth, regular pruning in early spring to remove the old blades before new shoots emerge can really promote a denser, more vibrant plant. Also, Maiden Grass thrives best in full sun and well-draining soil, which might further boost that lush look you love.

We’re so grateful you chose to share your experience and hope your garden flourish continues beautifully!

Growing with you,
Nature Hills Nursery – Your Trusted Plant Specialists

Frequently Asked Questions

What hardiness zones is Maiden Grass suitable for?
  • Maiden Grass is cold hardy in USDA zones 5-9. This ornamental grass thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and becomes highly drought-tolerant once established. Plant after soil warms in spring since it's a warm-season grass.

How tall does Maiden Grass grow at maturity?
  • Maiden Grass typically reaches 4-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide at maturity. This impressive size makes it perfect as a specimen plant or privacy screen in zones 5-9. Plan for adequate spacing when planting multiples from Nature Hills.

What soil conditions does Maiden Grass need?
  • Maiden Grass requires well-drained soil and is highly drought-tolerant once established. It thrives in USDA zones 5-9 and performs best in full sun, though it tolerates some shade. Plant in any well-draining location and avoid waterlogged conditions.

Is Maiden Grass drought tolerant?
  • Yes, Maiden Grass is highly drought-tolerant once established. This hardy perennial thrives in USDA zones 5-9 and requires well-drained soil to perform best. Plant in full sun and allow time for the root system to develop during the first growing season.

When do Maiden Grass blooms appear?
  • Maiden Grass produces its signature white fan-shaped plumes in late summer to early fall. As a warm-season grass, it begins active growth only after soil warms in spring, with blooms appearing several months later. Shop at Nature Hills for this stunning ornamental that provides both summer flowers and winter interest.

Is Maiden Grass deer resistant?
  • Maiden Grass is naturally deer resistant due to its coarse texture and sharp leaf edges that deer typically avoid. This makes it an excellent choice for naturalizing in zones 5-9 where deer pressure is common. Plant it as a privacy screen or specimen to protect more vulnerable plants nearby.

How do I maintain or prune Maiden Grass?
  • Cut Maiden Grass back to 4-6 inches in late winter before new growth begins. This warm-season grass grows only after soil warms in spring, so early spring pruning won't harm emerging shoots. Leave the attractive plumes standing through winter for seasonal interest and wildlife habitat.

Can Maiden Grass be grown in containers?
  • Maiden Grass can be grown in containers, but requires large pots due to its hefty mature size. This warm-season grass needs well-drained soil and full sun for strongest growth in zones 5-9. Choose containers at least 24 inches wide to accommodate the clumping root system.

What's the best time to plant Maiden Grass?
  • Plant Maiden Grass in late spring after soil warms, as it's a warm-season grass that grows only after temperatures rise. In zones 5-9, wait until after the last frost date in your area. Plant when soil is workable and night temperatures consistently stay above 50°F for best establishment.
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