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Miscanthus MYSTAL™ ‘Fire Dragon’
Miscanthus sinensis
Our Mystal Miscanthus collection has earned the praise of consumers because these plants are easy to grow and add height, texture, and a variety of colors to the landscape and containers. Industry experts are fans as well, as the collection continues to pick up awards for performance, distinction, and beauty.
Description / Plant Notes:
- USDA screened and approved the introduction
- USDA Zone 4 (-30°F or -34°C)
- Unique upright selection with striking fall foliage, in brilliant orange, vermillion & carmine tones
- Abundant silky silvery-white flower heads
- Tidy clumping habit, 6-7′ x 3-4′ at maturity
- Excellent for containers, borders and modern landscape plantings
Patent Status: PP 30,374
Origin: Germany
| USDA Zone: | 4 |
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| Height: | 72 to 84-inches 183 to 213-centimeters |
| Spread: | 36 to 48-inches 91 to 122-centimeters |
| Seasons: | Summer, Late Summer |
| Flower Colors: | Soft cream - tan |
| Foliage Colors: | Dark Green, Bronze, Burgundy, Maroon, Vermillion |
| Light Levels: | Full-Sun, Partial-Sun |
| Usage: | Containers, Garden border, Landscapes, Mass landscape planting, Privacy screen |
| Patent Status: | PP 30,374 |
| Origin: | Germany |
Grower Culture |
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| General: |
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| Media: | Well-draining media |
| pH: | 5.8pH to 6.3pH |
| Fertilization: | Low | 100 ppm |
| Light: | High |
| Water: | Well-Drained to Moderate |
| Finishing: |
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| Growing Temp Day: | 70°F to 75°F | 21°C to 21°C |
| Growing Temp Night: | 55°F to 60°F | 13°C to 13°C |
| Crop Timing from Rooted Liners: |
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| 1-gallon: | 8 to 10-weeks with 1 ppp |
| 3-gallon: | 12 to 16-weeks with 1 ppp |
| Other Varieties in the Collection: |
• Miscanthus MYSTAL™ ‘Little Miss’ • Miscanthus MYSTAL™ ‘Tiger Tail’ • Miscanthus MYSTAL™ ‘Gentle Breeze’ |