Miscanthus sacchariflorus subsp. Lutarioriparius

Also called Triarrhena lutarioriparia, this giant grass species originates from China and can grow up to seven meters high. It resembles bamboo and the stems colour purple. A root barrier is advised for this plant. During winter it loses all above ground parts and starts growing very early in spring with enormous a growth speed. It tolerates heavy frosts of up to -20°C.

These plants drop their leaves in winter. If you order a plant during winter, expect to get a plant without leaves. During summer the plants are cut to make them fit in the box for shipping.