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Maiden Grass

Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'
$2690
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$0 $19.99 $24.99
$20 $49.99 $29.99
$50 $69.99 $34.99
$70 $99.99 $39.99
$100 $129.99 $44.99
$130 $149.99 $48.99
$150 $150+ Approx 28%

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Plant Highlights

Maiden Grass highlights at a glance!

Plant Highlights

  • Brand
    Plants That Work
  • Botanical Name
    Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'
  • Growing Zones
    5-9
  • Mature Height
    4 - 6 feet
  • Mature Spread
    3 - 5 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun
  • Moisture
    Low Once Established
  • Soil
    Well Drained
  • Growth Rate
    Medium
  • Fall Color
    Yellow
  • Pollinator Friendly
    No
  • Pollinator Required
    No
  • Fragrant
    No
  • Pruning Time
    Late Winter
  • Bloom Period
    Summer, Fall

For gorgeous texture, graceful motion, and airy privacy, look no further than Maiden Grass! Also known as Chinese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'), this tall clumping ornamental grass features slender, weeping, arching foliage streaked in silver and green!

The tall white flower form fan-shaped plumes that soar above the foliage! After the first frost, the foliage turns a golden-yellow, fading to a grassy tan, sometimes bronze in warmer areas. Use those showy seed heads fresh or dried in bouquets and décor.

A large version of the classic, Maiden Grass has fantastic silvery, striped foliage that seems to glimmer in the sun, catching the slightest breeze. Add motion and sound to aid meditation and relaxation.

Planting and Application:

'Gracillimus' has a lovely arching shape that looks fabulous in long rows or en mass. Fantastic near a pond, accenting the back of borders, and creating informal privacy screens or fast-growing hedges. These are harmonious additions to cottage gardens and easy-care urban plantings from the inner city to the coast! Anchor perennial borders, and mixed-shrub beds and soften foundation corners.

With a hefty mature size, just a single plant becomes an impressive specimen. Instant focal points among other shrubs and evergreens. Naturalized and prairie plantings receive amazing boosts in designer appeal while providing protective cover for wildlife! The plumes and sturdy foliage add winter interest, standing tall through wind and snow.

  • Soft Waving Green Foliage - Silvery Stripe & Sheen
  • Sound, Texture, Motion
  • Tall Weeping Form & White Fan Shaped Plumes
  • Bronze Foliage in Fall Plus Winter Interest
  • Specimen, Privacy Hedge, Floral Design & Décor

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Miscanthus requires well-drained soil and is highly drought-tolerant once established. Cold hardy in USDA zones 5-9, get the strongest stems and best blooms in full sun, but it can grow in a bit of shade. A warm-season grass, Maiden grows only after the soil temperature warms up, so be patient. Read more on pruning and caring for ornamental grasses!

  • Full Sun & Well-Drained Soil
  • Low Moisture Once Established
  • Deer & Rabbit Resistant
  • Disease & Pest Free & Cold Tolerant
  • Prune Back In Early Spring
  • Warm Season Grass Greens Up Later In Spring

Sometimes a plant can do too well in some parts of the country. Your native plants are protected with Plant Sentry™! Protecting native flora and fauna is our top priority!

For a carefree, year-round interest, sound motion and amazing texture for your landscape, you cannot do better than Maiden Grass! Order yours from Nature Hills Nursery today!

Customer Reviews

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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 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

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 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

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

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

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

Maiden Grass

Maiden Grass

From $2690

Growing Zones

5-9

Mature Height

4 - 6 feet

Mature Spread

3 - 5 feet

Sun

Full Sun

Foliage Color

N/A

Fall Color

Yellow

Flower Color

N/A
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