My Fair Maiden Maiden Grass

My Fair Maiden Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'My Fair Maiden')

My Fair Maiden Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis 'My Fair Maiden') is a graceful ornamental grass admired for its upright habit and narrow, green leaves edged with creamy white variegation. This warm-season perennial adds elegant color, texture, and seasonal interest to borders, mixed beds, and naturalistic landscapes.

Distinctive Features

'My Fair Maiden' forms dense clumps of slender, arching leaves with striking creamy white margins that brighten the garden throughout the growing season. Its airy flower plumes emerge in late summer, adding softness and visual interest.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained soils; tolerates a variety of soil types
• Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates short dry periods
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9

Ideal Uses

• Mixed Borders: Provides variegated color and graceful texture
• Accent Planting: Creates elegant focal points in garden beds
• Naturalistic Landscapes: Adds movement and seasonal interest
• Container Planting: Suitable for large pots and patios
• Low-Maintenance Gardens: Performs well in diverse soil and moisture conditions

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Maintain moderate moisture; avoid prolonged drought
• Pruning: Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in spring if needed
• Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Protection: Prefers sheltered sites away from harsh winds

Why Choose My Fair Maiden Maiden Grass?

• Variegated Foliage: Creamy white leaf margins add bright contrast
• Elegant Upright Habit: Provides graceful form and texture
• Seasonal Flower Plumes: Offers delicate blooms in late summer
• Versatile Use: Suitable for borders, mass plantings, and containers
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow with minimal care

Miscanthus sinensis 'My Fair Maiden' is a refined, low-maintenance ornamental grass that enhances landscapes with elegant variegation and graceful form.