Miscanthus sinensis 'Positano' (Positano Chinese Silver Grass, Positano Maiden Grass, Positano Eulalia)
Botanical Information
Family | Poaceae |
Genus | Miscanthus |
Species | sinensis |
Cultivar | 'Positano' |
Category | Perennials |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4a - 6a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
Temperature (°F) | -20 - (-10) |
Height | 150 - 175 cm |
Spread | 125 - 150 cm |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | August, September |
Description and Growing Information
Pests | No serious pests or diseases of note. Watch for miscanthus mealybug and miscanthus blight. |
Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |