Maiden Grass, Miscanthus s. 'Gracillimus' - Two, 2.5 quart plants Your order will consist of Two, 2.5 quart Maiden Grass, Miscanthus s. 'Gracillimus' plants. Maiden grass is noted for its narrow green leaves with a silver midrib which form a rounded, arching clump of foliage typically growing 4-6' tall. Foliage turns yellowish and then to straw-beige by winter. Tiny reddish-copper flowers appear in tassel-like forms above the foliage in late September, gradually turning into silvery white plumes. Maiden Grass is grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Best in full sun. Clumps slowly expand in circumference, but retain tight clump shape. Foliage should be left standing throughout the winter for a lovely winter visual and to provide protection for the crowns. Cut foliage to the ground in late winter just before new shoots appear. Dependent upon the time of the year and the growth stage of the plant, your plant may arrive with the foliage trimmed. Do not be alarmed, the plant will flourish and thrive once it is planted in its new home. If you are placing your order early in the season, your potted plants may arrive dormant with no growth above the soil. As the air and soil temperatures rise, the plant will begin to grow.