Malepartus eulalia
Miscanthus sinensis 'Malepartus'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size6 to 7 feet tall3 to 4 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Malepartus' eulalia (Miscanthus sinensis 'Malepartus') is a grass for borders, specimens, accents, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. It grows 71 to 83 inches tall with an arching habit and draws birds. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Japanese forest grass, Gaura, Ornamental onion, and Lilac.