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Grasses

Maiden Grass (Miscanthus sinensis ‘Gracillimus’)

Grasses

Hardy in zones 5-9 this attractive ornamental grass with fine silver-green blades will grow 6 to 8 feet tall and 3 to 5 feet wide. Maiden Grass turns a golden bronze color after the first hard frost. Used as a specimen or when planted in groups it serves as a great screen. Full sun or [...]

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Black Mondo Grass (Ophiopogon planiscapus ‘Nigrescens’)

Grasses

Black Mondo Grass
Black mondo grass is truly one of the closest to black plants you will find. Native to Japan and Korea, this plant is chosen for its linear black leaves that provide great contrast and texture in the perennial garden. Spreading rather slowly by rhizomes, this turf like clump reaches 6″ tall. Light [...]

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