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Miscanthus Eulalia Grass, Maiden Grass -Native to Africa and Asia, this group contains large ornamental grasses known mainly for their spectacular Fall show of flowers. Most of the well known cultivars are from the species M. sinensis. Many cultivars have brightly variegated leaves that change to tan or brown in fall.
Miscanthus transmorrisonens/Evergreen Miscanthus
Full sun, light shade height: 2-3 ft. hardiness: 10° origin: Taiwan
An upright grass with narrow green leaves. Wispy tan spikes in summer and fall. Evergreen in warmer climates.
3 inch pot $8.00


Ophiopogon Lily Turf, Mondo Grass -Grass-like evergreen perennial closely related to liriope. Forms small tuffs that slowly spread. Small flower spikes in summer followed by shiny bluish-black berries. Cultivars come with variegated leaves and colored foliage.
Ophiopogon japonica 'Silver Mist'/Mondo Grass
Full sun, light shade height: 1 ft. hardiness: 15° origin: S., E. Asia
This cultivar has narrow, sparkling white and green foliage.
3 inch pot $9.00


Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens'/Black Mondo Grass
Full sun, light shade height: 8 in. hardiness: 15° origin: E. Asia
A bold statement of pure black strapped shaped leaves.
3 inch pot $12.00


Pennisetum Fountain Grass -Medium sized tender grasses grown for their soft foxtail-like flowers and attractive foliage. Several popular varieties are dark burgundy colored. Performs well in hot dry areas.
Full sun height: 6-7 ft. hardiness: 32°
Large vase shaped grass with purple-burgundy leaves.
3 inch pot $8.00


Pennisetum setaceum 'Eaton Canyon'/Dwarf Fountain Grass
Full sun height: 3 ft. hardiness: 25°
Dwarf selection of red fountain grass from Magic Growers in Pasadena, CA. Very useful size for most gardens.
3 inch pot $8.00


Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'/Red Fountain Grass
Full sun height: 5 ft. hardiness: 24° origin: Africa
Tall, arching habit with burgundy leaves make this a great accent plant.
3 inch pot $8.00


Rhynchelytrum  
Rhynchelytrum neriglume/Ruby Grass
Full sun height: 1 ft. hardiness: 20° origin: South Africa
The blue-green foliage is blushed purple-red in fall. In late spring ruby-pink seed spikes appear.
3 inch pot $8.00


Scirpus  
Scirpus cernuus/Fiber-optic grass
Full sun, light shade height: 1 ft. hardiness: 10° origin: Europe, N. America
Resembling a grass in appearance with medium green, thread-like leaves that end in tiny round seed heads . Marginal plant, great in containers and water gardens.
3 inch pot $8.00


Sesleria Moor Grass -Native to Europe. Evergreen cool season grasses valued for their durability and ease of care. Great in masses. Competes well with root competition.
Sesleria autumnalis/Autumn Moor Grass
Full sun, light shade height: 2 ft. hardiness: 10°
Tough, versatile clumping grass which tolerates wet or dry soils. Neat attractive look all year round.
3 inch pot $8.00


Full sun, light shade height: 1 ft. hardiness: 0° origin: Europe
Low growing variety with two toned leaves, dark green on top, bluish white underneath.
3 inch pot $8.00



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