Little Kitten Grass
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The Little Kitten Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Little Kitten’) is a charming ornamental grass that brings a touch of elegance to your landscape. With a compact size of 1 to 3 feet in height and a spread of 1 to 1.5 feet, this grass is perfect for small gardens, patios, or decorative containers. In late summer, creamy white plumes gracefully rise above the fine-textured green leaves, creating a showy display that continues into February. This deer-resistant grass is easy to care for, requiring medium water and exhibiting low maintenance. Its drought tolerance, resilience to erosion, and adaptability to various soil conditions make it a versatile addition to borders, meadows, wild gardens, or cottage gardens. The Little Kitten provides year-round interest with its appealing winter foliage, and its notable tolerance to black walnut, air pollution, and dry soil further enhances its desirability. As a hardy perennial suitable for zones 5 to 9, this eulalia grass is an excellent choice for those seeking a compact, visually appealing grass for their landscape.
The Little Kitten Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis Little Kitten) is a charming ornamental grass that adds a touch of elegance to your garden. Suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 5 to 9, this compact grass stands at a height of 3 feet with a spread of 1-2 feet, making it ideal for small spaces. Planted in full sun to part shade and in well-drained soil, it thrives with minimal care and is drought-tolerant once established. Deer-resistant and requiring low maintenance, the Little Kitten Maiden Grass is a delightful choice for those seeking a versatile and visually appealing addition to their landscape, while its tidy growth habit means pruning needs are minimal.
Botanical Name:
Miscanthus Sinensis 'Little Kitten'
Mature Width:
1-2 ft
Mature Height:
2-3 ft
Grows Well In:
Zones 5-9
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
Moderate
Growth Rate:
Fast, Medium
Flower Color:
White
Flowering Season:
Summer