Maiden Grass Gracillimus has arching and graceful foliage. Fine-textured, silver-green blades turn golden-bronze after first frost. Soft, feathery white plumes rise high above leaves late summer into fall. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento
- Landscape Size: 6′-8′ tall, 3′-5′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun or Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 5a
- Growth Habit: Arching
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Deer Resistant, Fall Color, Bird Friendly, Showy Flowers
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Prefers enriched soil with good drainage. Cut back in late winter. Divide every few years.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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