Dwarf Maiden Grass
Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Dwarf Maiden Grass highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Fall
Growing Zones 6-9
Dwarf Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio') is a perennial, ornamental, warm-season grass with exceptional features for your landscape! Dwarf Maiden Grass has an upright, arching nature that is drought tolerant and adapts to a variety of conditions. It's even somewhat cold-hardy and requires minimal or no care!
The Dwarf Maiden Grass is sometimes called 'silver grass' due to its wide blades of silver-tinted, green foliage that rise from a central mound. Each delicate blade of grass reaches up and over, for a graceful, cascading effect that's sure to catch the eye of passers-by! The pinkish-white seed heads appear in summer and dry to tan for both fresh and dried floral bouquets and year-round interest!
You'll be amazed by the long, bronze plumes that rise up to a foot above the foliage later in the season and add a decorative touch through the winter months. For additional fall interest, this Maiden Grass will transform to warm hues of burgundy in autumn.
Planting and Application:
The soft rustling sound the blades make in the wind, and the shimmering light they reflect make them ideal for meditation gardens and rock gardens. Plant one near a small pond for an elegant accent or fringe a favorite tree, urn, flag pole or mailbox in graceful silvery foliage. Add softness around the base of a shed or outbuilding or along your home's foundation for easy care, and fast-growing curb appeal!
These would also do well in containers on your patio, as facer plants around a larger tree or shrub that may have become leggy or bare with age, or grow several for a short hedge along your driveway. Plant in front of a hedge or atop a retaining wall to soften the edges of hardscapes and add cascading and flowing beauty all growing season!
- Soft Silver-Green Cascading Grass
- Mounded Form
- Pinkish-White Flowers
- Yellow, Burgundy & Purple Fall Color
- Terrific Cut Flowers & Good for Containers
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Miscanthus Maiden Grass are warm-season ornamental grasses that need some patience in the spring. They are slow to start until the soil temperatures warm up but once they get growing, look out! Adaptable and low-maintenance in the full sun and part shade, just plant in any well-drained, moderately moist soil.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Moderate Moist Soil & Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Any Type of Well-Drained Soil
- Prune Early Spring To The Ground
- Hardy USDA Zones 6-9
As an ornamental grass, Dwarf Maiden Grass is one of the favorites among gardeners. Now it's possible for you to have all the stellar qualities of this amazing grass without needing a lot of room. Order from NatureHills.com and we're sure you'll find that Dwarf Maiden Grass can fit in just about anywhere, so why not try one today!
