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Poaceae
Miscanthus sinensis ssp. condensatus 'Cabaret'
Cabaret Silvergrass, Eulalia, Japanese Silvergrass
What a big, bold variegated wonder! Cabaret silvergrass originates from Japan and eastern Asia and has long, broad blades of dark green with strong ivory stripes down their centers. Late in the season, plants produce many tall, upright stems topped with feathery, copper-hued plumes that soften and curl as they dry. These remain attractive throughout winter.
Japanese silvergrass prefers full sun and tolerates a wide range of moderately drained soils. This variety is even tolerant of poorly drained soils. Plants form substantial clumps that should be cut to the ground in the spring and divided every three years. They also self sow and have been known to be somewhat invasive.
Enjoy this substantial grass as a screen or in large borders as an accent plant.
9 - 1
5 - 9
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Grass
Full Sun, Partial Sun
7'-9' / 2.1m - 2.7m
4'-6' / 1.2m - 1.8m
Early Fall, Fall, Late Fall
Eastern Asia, China, Japan, Korea
Acidic, Neutral
Average
Clay, Loam
Pollution, Drought
Fast
Average Water
Clump-Forming
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Showy
Copper, Silver
Tan, Ivory
White, Dark Green
Variegated, Striped/Striated
Tan
No
Yes
Medium
Matte
Dried Flower / Everlasting, Container, Cutflower, Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Screening / Wind Break
Sometimes
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