Chinese Miscanthus 'Roter Pfeil' 5L

Chinese Miscanthus 'Rooster Pfeil' – Elegance and Expressiveness in Your Garden

Chinese Miscanthus 'Roter Pfeil' (Miscanthus sinensis 'Roter Pfeil') is a unique ornamental grass, known for its red inflorescences and elegant habit. It is an ideal choice for lovers of impressive and easy-to-care garden plants.

Characteristics of Miscanthus 'Roter Pfeil'

Height and Habit

• Height: It grows up to 1.5-2 meters, forming compact, erect clumps.
• Cut: Slender, arched leaves give the plant lightness and movement.

List

• Green with a delicate red tint, especially pronounced in autumn.

Inflorescences

• They appear in late summer and autumn.
• Reddish panicles, which become silvery over time, add elegance to the garden.

Cultivation of Miscanthus 'Roter Pfeil'

Position and Soil

• Sunlight: It grows best in sunny positions.
• Soil: Fertile, moist, but well-drained. It tolerates various types of soil well, but waterlogged soils should be avoided.

Care

• Watering: Regular, especially during periods of drought.
• Trimming: In early spring, cut last year's leaves and inflorescences to a height of a few centimeters above the ground.
• Fertilization: In spring, it is worth using organic or mineral fertilizers.

Immunity

• Frost resistance: Fully frost-resistant, although in harsh winters young plants should be protected.
• Disease resistance: In general, the plant is resistant to diseases and pests.

Use

Discounts and Compositions

• Perfect for group planting, in perennial beds and in naturalistic gardens.

Solitaire

• Ideal as a focal point in the garden or lawn.

Containers

• Suitable for growing in large containers on terraces and balconies.

Background & Cover

• It can act as a background for lower plants or act as a natural cover screen.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 5 liters
• Age: 3 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes