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Adagio Miscanthus Maiden Grass
Miscanthus sinensis 'Adagio'Description
Are you looking for a plant that is easy to maintain, but still adds distinctive color and texture? The Adagio Miscanthus is a dwarf grass that is prized for these features and many more!
Bronze-pink plumes pop up around August. As they age these tassle-like blooms fade to white. Plumes last throughout winter. Yes! Blooms for over half of the year! The foliage is a lively silvery-green, the perfect backdrop for the lovely, lush plumes. The Adagio Maiden grass certainly isn't short on texture...or color! In autumn the foliage blades take on shades of yellow, orange, red.
Adagio Miscanthus grow to about 5 feet tall (with plumes) and 3 to 4 feet wide. Plant 5 feet apart to give each plant plenty of room to grow.
Plant in full to part sun for best results. Maiden Grass is adaptable to any well-draining soil. This hardy grass is pest and disease resistant AND deer, rabbit, pollution, and salt tolerant! This tough plant even thrives in urban and coastal areas!
You will love watching Adagio Miscanthus grass transform the look of your landscape!

Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Full, Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Fall Color | Orange |
Bloom Color | Pink |
How To Care
When planting your Adagio Miscanthus Grass choose the best location for this plant to thrive. Be sure to plant this grass in growing zones 5 to 9. This grass grows best in full to part sun. Miscanthus is adaptable to a variety of soil as long as the soil is well drained.
Water deeply once or twice weekly when newly planted (about 3 months) to help the roots grow properly. After the first year Miscanthus grasses are extremely drought tolerant and only rarely need water. Water thoroughly in extreme heat, especially in the first summer. Fertilize lightly with a slow release, balanced fertilizer in spring for optimal growth. Prune back your Miscanthus to about 4-6 inches in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.
Miscanthus grass is extremely hardy as well as pest and disease resistant. It is also deer, rabbit, pollution, and salt tolerant.
Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Full, Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Fall Color | Orange |
Bloom Color | Pink |
Landscape Ideas
Adagio Maiden Grass works great in groups of 3 or even by itself. It's perfect for an accent in any type of garden or mixed bed. Try this grass in containers for a really cool look. The flowing habit and unique color and texture soften areas of the landscape and bring vibrancy to areas that are dull. Try junipers, physocarpus, hollies and arborvitae for companion plants.
Plant 5 feet apart to give each plant plenty of room to thrive.
For additional options, be sure to browse our Pink Muhly Grass, Ornamental Grasses and Miscanthus Maiden Grass collection.
Shipping Restriction | AZ |
Soil Type | Adaptable, Well Drained |
Sunlight | Full, Partial |
Drought Tolerance | Good |
Fall Color | Orange |
Bloom Color | Pink |
Shipping Details
You can still order now, but due to cold weather and the risk of cold damage in transit, we will delay shipping to areas indicated on the map and below:
- Orders in Growing Zones 3-4 will ship May 1st
- Orders in Growing Zones 5-6 will ship mid April
- Orders in Growing Zones 7-10 will ship immediately
Some plants are not available for immediate shipment, and delayed delivery is noted.
We will return to normal shipping in the spring.
If you live within a delayed shipping zone and would like your plant shipped immediately, please contact customer support at support@plantingtree.com
Inventory is moving fast! Order now to reserve your plants. Due to cold weather and the risk of cold damage in transit, we will delay shipping to areas indicated on the map and below. We do this so your plant has the best opportunity to thrive in your landscape.
- Orders in Growing Zones 3-4 will start shipping May 1st
- Orders in Growing Zones 5-6 will start shipping mid April
- Orders in Growing Zones 7-10 will ship immediately
Some plants are not available for immediate shipment, but are available for pre-order and this will be indicated on the product page.
We will return to normal shipping schedules in the spring.
If you live within a delayed shipping zone and would like your plant shipped immediately, please contact customer support at support@plantingtree.com
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