Maiden Grass drought tolerant Cryptanthus thrive in tropical conditions

Cryptanthus thrive in tropical conditions

The large pointed buds and rich red well-formed blooms have a velvety quality that you must feel to believe

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It is known by common names such as Sticks on Fire or Firesticks

Maiden Grass drought tolerant Cryptanthus thrive in tropical conditionsMiscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus' Pronunciation: mis KAN thus sin EN sis gra SIL lim us DESCRIPTION An attractive clumping ornamental grass with fine textured, silver green blades that turn golden bronze after first frost. A great specimen for adding texture to shrub borders and perennial beds, or for massing as a screen. LIGHT Full sun WATERING Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. BLOOMS Late summer MATURE SIZE Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 8 ft.