{"product_id":"miscanthus-sinensis-strictus","title":"Miscanthus Sinensis Strictus","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"\"\u003eMiscanthus Sinensis ‘Strictus’ | Upright Striped Ornamental Grass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’, commonly known as Chinese Silver Grass or Porcupine Grass, is one of the more distinctive cultivars of Chinese silver grass. It forms a strong, upright clump of green leaves marked by characteristic horizontal yellow-golden bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of the rigid upright growth and striped foliage gives ‘Strictus’ an almost architectural appearance. Once established, it becomes a substantial garden plant and provides excellent vertical structure on a balcony, terrace or in a perennial border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many tender ornamental plants, Miscanthus sinensis is a genuinely hardy perennial and is well suited to the climate of Central Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Plant Stands Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Distinctive horizontal yellow-golden leaf bands\u003cbr\u003e• Strong, upright growth habit\u003cbr\u003e• Forms a substantial perennial clump with age\u003cbr\u003e• Attractive movement in the wind\u003cbr\u003e• Silvery-pink to reddish flower plumes in late summer\/autumn\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent architectural plant for gardens and terraces\u003cbr\u003e• Hardy in Central European climates\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for large containers\u003cbr\u003e• Attractive throughout the growing season\u003cbr\u003e• Particularly interesting for lovers of grasses and unusual foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: Miscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon names: Chinese Silver Grass, Porcupine Grass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamily: Poaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant type: Deciduous, clump-forming perennial grass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin of species: East Asia, particularly China, Japan and Korea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth habit: Strongly upright and clump-forming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: Approximately 1.5–2 m, potentially more with age and favourable conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage: Green leaves with distinctive horizontal yellow-golden bands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowers: Silvery-pink to reddish plumes, gradually becoming silvery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering period: Usually late summer to autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardiness: Hardy perennial suitable for Central European gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse: Garden, balcony, terrace, large container, perennial border and architectural planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes ‘Strictus’ different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foliage is the real attraction of this cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves carry horizontal bands that give the plant its characteristic striped appearance. The pattern can vary naturally from leaf to leaf and is not perfectly uniform – which is precisely what gives an established clump its natural appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Strictus’ is sometimes confused with Miscanthus sinensis ‘Zebrinus’. Both have horizontally banded foliage, but ‘Strictus’ is generally recognised by its more rigid, upright habit. ‘Zebrinus’ tends to arch more strongly as it matures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe effect becomes particularly beautiful when the leaves move in the wind and the golden markings catch the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLocation \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny position. Full sun produces the strongest growth and generally gives the best foliage colour and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the growing season, provide regular water, particularly during prolonged periods of hot and dry weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly planted specimens require more consistent watering until they have established a good root system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, Miscanthus is considerably more tolerant of short dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid permanently waterlogged soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fertile but permeable soil is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood drainage is particularly important when the plant is grown in a container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSummer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent plant for a sunny balcony or garden terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants offered by TOMs FLOWer CLUB are already \u003cstrong\u003eorganically cultivated, planted in organic soil and supplied in a new clay pot\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey therefore arrive as a finished plant rather than as something that immediately needs to be repotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply choose a suitable sunny position on your balcony, terrace or in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’ is a hardy perennial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe above-ground foliage naturally dies back during winter. I recommend leaving the dry foliage standing through winter, where it provides structure and some protection to the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the old foliage back close to the ground in late winter or early spring, shortly before the new shoots emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no need to cut the plant back in autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA note about its size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMiscanthus is a plant that becomes more impressive with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA young plant may initially appear relatively modest, but once established it gradually develops a much larger and denser clump. Given sufficient space, sunlight, water and nutrients, mature plants can reach around 1.5–2 metres or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is therefore not a small decorative grass that will remain miniature in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivated at TOMs FLOWer CLUB\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants offered at TOMs FLOWer CLUB are \u003cstrong\u003eorganically grown and not pushed with excessive fertilisation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are cultivated in \u003cstrong\u003epermeable organic soil\u003c\/strong\u003e and planted into a \u003cstrong\u003enew clay pot\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the plant to establish itself in a suitable growing environment from the beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy approach is simple:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% organic quality before quantity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim is a healthy, naturally developed plant with a strong root system rather than artificially accelerated growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady for Your Balcony or Garden Terrace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants are supplied already potted and established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can therefore place your new Miscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’ directly on your \u003cstrong\u003esunny balcony, garden terrace or in the garden\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor container cultivation, remember that this is ultimately a substantial perennial grass. A sufficiently large and stable container will become increasingly important as the plant develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou receive the \u003cstrong\u003eMiscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’ plant of the displayed size\u003c\/strong\u003e, organically cultivated, planted in organic soil and supplied in a new clay pot. Only for pick up at TOMs FLOWer CLUB in Adliswil \/ ZH-CH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact appearance of the foliage, height and density can naturally vary as the plant continues to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you are buying is not a short-lived seasonal decoration, but a \u003cstrong\u003ehardy perennial that can accompany you for many years and become increasingly impressive with age\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly good choice if you like plants with strong structure, unusual foliage and a natural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy your new Miscanthus sinensis ‘Strictus’!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTOMs FLOWer CLUB - \u003cem\u003e100% organic quality before quantity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"tomsflowerclub.ch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56865471824258,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/7734\/3406\/files\/Miscanthus-Sinensis-Strictus-hardy-gras--Hibiscus-TOMs-FLOWer-CLUB-1.jpg?v=1787475119","url":"https:\/\/tomsflowerclub.ch\/products\/miscanthus-sinensis-strictus","provider":"tomsflowerclub.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}