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Miscanthus ID?
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Posted by blondiesc SC ZONE 7b (My Page) on Sun, Aug 3, 08 at 20:24
I'm thinking this is Miscanthus Dixieland. Can anyone confirm for me? Also, if you have experience with it --- can you tell me how tall it gets? Thanks very much.
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RE: Miscanthus ID?
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| Could be Dixieland. Dixieland is a compact form of Variegatus. Grows about 3 feet tall with another 1 to 2 feet of pink tinged plumes. I like it because it doesn't flop like variegatus often does with maturity. |
RE: Miscanthus ID?
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| Thanks for the info Grass Guy. I appreciate your response. |
RE: Miscanthus ID?
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| Another compact variegated miscanthus is Miscanthus Rigoletto. I like Rigoletto as well. Rigoletto is between Dixieland and Variegatus in size (around 4 to 5 feet). Miscanthus Variegatus is a very nice grass, but it does need a bit more maintenance as the clump matures. Depending on where it's placed it can be quite floppy. Staking and trimming keep Variegatus in line, but the more compact varieties tend to remain neater. |
RE: Miscanthus ID?
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| Anyone know where Dixieland could be purchased? This is the first time I have heard of it and I want it! :) |
RE: Miscanthus ID?
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| Try: Santa Rosa Gardens
http://www.santarosagardens.com/Miscanthus-sinensis-Dixieland-p/mis-dix.htm Lazy S's Farm
http://www.lazyssfarm.com/Plants/Perennials/Grasses/Grass images/miscanthus_sinensis_dixieland.htm Dutch Gardens
http://www.dutchgardens.com/Dixieland Miscanthus/30879S,default,pd.html Good luck!!! |
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