Miscanthus sinensis ‘Malepartus’
Malepartus Miscanthus
Description: Blooming in late summer, the
flowers reddish purple, opening into fluffy
white plumes. The leaves are quite wide and
dark green, forming a fairly upright clump.
Fall foliage colour is gold, tinted orange-red.
Planting/Uses: ‘Malepartus’ provides beautiful flowers late in
the season, has
rich fall colour, and an attractive winter silhouette.
General Care: Warm season. Cut back in
early spring. Moist rich soil.
Exposure: Full sun.
Height/Spread: 2.1m x 2m in
flower (7ft x 6ft)
Spacing: 1.5m(5ft)
Hardiness Zone: 5 |