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Trying to figure out to do with the plant this winter in Northwest Florida. 2 maybe 3 years old. Has grown nicely but this past spring to early summer it kinda layed down from it's upright position.Never could get it standing back up. It's held up now with a piece of rope attached to our deck. Doesn't seem like a slow grower so we were wondering should we cut it back to about 6" or so during the fall or what?
We cut ours back in late January, after a freeze. We cut the clump back to about 6-8 inches and after the last frost date we fertilize it. Every 2 or 3 years, we use a sharp shovel and remove some of the new growth around the outside edge. The next year, we usually divide the clump by 1/3 to 1/2 its size. This helps to keep the grass more upright.
Altagardener, I will have to have mine checked out, now. I have three large plants that were all labelled Giant Fountain Grass. I guess the tags got mixed at the nursery. Or, it is just me not seeing the picture properly...grin.
Oh well, if I get one out of three plants right I have a better average than some pro baseball players...lol
Zotmahru, the link has pictures of Miscanthus grass also.
Guys I replied to this thread and then hit the wrong button. So, once again you guys have come through. I'm going with "Miscanthus" since tends to flop over. Hats off to ya'll. Zot
Moon, wife and I have marked the calander for the cut back. Thanks again and have a nice relaxing winter season (like we get much of a winter in a 9a zone). Keep an eye on Ida down in the Yucatan. Think alta has the fireplace going up there in Calgary? Thanks again guys! Zot
