Emerald Coast Growers Catalog - Summer 2008 - (Page 54) Miscanthus continued s. ‘Little Kitten’ Dwarf maiden grass A petite Miscanthus forming a mound of narrow, green foliage topped with plumes in late summer and fall. 1–3' Zones 5–10 72 .93 each 66.96 per tray s. ‘Little Zebra’ s. ‘Mysterious Maiden’ A new introduction from Blooms of Bressingham. Its thin blades have gold bands and a strong, upright, vaseshaped habit. Blooms in September. 5' Zones 6–9, possibly colder (Blooms PP16197 add .27 royalty + .11 tag per plant) s. ‘Silberfeder’ Silver feather grass Large, feathery seed heads rise high above the foliage. Deepgreen foliage has a distinct silver midrib and a gracefully arching shape. Ranks as more cold hardy than most of the Miscanthus species. Prefers well-draining soil. 6–7' Zones 4–10 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray s. ‘Stardust’ Petite with narrow green leaves and horizontal variegation—has yellow dots along the narrow foliage that are very noticeable, yet add a quiet elegance to the landscape. Perfectly suited to planting in narrow borders or even as a specimen plant featured in a small courtyard. Latesummer burgundy plumes. 1–3' Zones 5–9 72 .93 each 66.96 per tray s. ‘Strictus’ s. ‘Variegatus’ Variegated Japanese silver grass A vintage cultivar used in garden landscapes since the early 20th century. White and green variegated foliage arches heavily, creating a wide mound. Blooms mid-September. Prefers well-draining soil. 5–7' Zones 5–10 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray 72 .93 each 66.96 per tray s. ‘Zebrinus’ 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray Dwarf zebra grass A superb dwarf version with strong, horizontal gold banding on narrow blades. Reddishpurple plumes appear in August. 3–4' Zones 6–10 (PP13008 add .19 royalty per plant) 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray 72 .93 each 66.96 per tray s. ‘Malepartus’ s. ‘Nippon’ Pink-tinged stems and plumes rise above thin foliage that has striking silver midribs. Foliage turns reddish-bronze in fall as plumes age to creamy white. 3–5' Zones 5–9 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray s. Puenktchen (‘Little Dot’) An introduction by Ernst Pagels. Puenktchen resembles a smaller form of ‘Strictus.’ It has similar horizontally banded, yellow variegation. Its foliage is held stiffly upright. Prefers well-draining soil. 3–5' Zones 5–10 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray s. ‘Rigoletto’ Zebra grass Characterized by its banded variegation of golden-yellow bars. Foliage habit is more arching than upright, distinguishing it from ‘Strictus.’ Blooms appear in September and emerge pinkish copper. Prefers well-draining soil. 8' Zones 5–10 36 1.67 each 60.12 per tray 50 1.45 each 72.50 per tray s. var. condensatus ‘Cabaret’ Japanese silver grass This Miscanthus is best known for its large, abundant blooms, emerging purplish-pink and turning silver with maturity. Its fall foliage is another beautiful feature as it transforms from a medium green to a deep bronze in late summer. Don’t overlook this one. Prefers welldraining soil. 5–7' Zones 5–10 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray s. ‘Morning Light’ Porcupine grass ‘Strictus’ is recognized for its banded variegation of goldenyellow bars. Its growth habit is very upright, resembling porcupine quills. Can tolerate a wide range of soils. 7–9' Zones 5–10 36 1.67 each 60.12 per tray s. ‘Super Stripe’ This grass, from Blooms of Bressingham, has thick, gold bands on wide blades. The small, clumping mound is an outstanding specimen Miscanthus for the front of a border or in the middle of island beds. Looks stunning in a large container. Plumes of soft, tawny flowers occasionally appear in late summer. 3–5' Zones 6–10 (Blooms PPAF add .28 royalty +.11 tag per plant) Japanese silver grass Found at Bluemel Nursery in Maryland. Compact with strong, creamy-white and green variegation. Growers love it due to its outstanding performance! 3–5' Zones 5–10 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray s. ‘Sarabande’ Japanese silver grass Very wide, ribbon-like foliage with a creamy-white center and dark-green margins. Useful as a specimen grass, a garden accent, in mass plantings, cut for fresh flower bouquets, and is even remarkable as a container plant. Prefers welldraining soil. 9' Zones 5–10 36 1.67 each 60.12 per tray s. var. condensatus ‘Cosmopolitan’ Variegated maiden grass One of the best and most sought-after Miscanthus varieties. ‘Morning Light’ is a compact grower and offers a fine-textured appearance similar to ‘Gracillimus.’ Its leaves are also narrow and its form neat and arching. Blooms are reddish-bronze, appearing as late as October. Noticeable white-edged variegation. Makes a wonderful container plant. Prefers well-draining soil. 3–5' Zones 5–10 36 1.67 each 60.12 per tray Narrow leaf maiden grass Very narrow foliage that is among the finest of all the Miscanthus varieties. Goldenand copper-colored seed heads in August. An excellent alternative to ‘Gracillimus’ for its sterile seed. Prefers welldraining soil. 5–6' Zones 4–10 36 1.50 each 54.00 per tray 72 .93 each 66.96 per tray Japanese silver grass Nearly identical in character to ‘Cabaret,’ but has an exact reverse variegation. Foliage has a deep-green center and wide, creamy-white margins. Prefers well-draining soil. 9' Zones 5–10 36 1.67 each 60.12 per tray 36 1.67 each 60.12 per tray Toll Free 1.877.804.7277 54 www.ecgrowers.com http://www.ecgrowers.com
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