Maiden Grass Voyage ~ A NEW! Infertile Miscanthus
Posted by John Friel on Jun 22nd 2022
From the breeding wizardry of North Carolina State University comes another unique, garden-worthy,
infertile grass: Miscanthus High Frequency™.
High Frequency™ stands five feet tall in flower, and is hardy in USDA Zones 5–10. Gracefully arching, rust-resistant blades are heavily cross-banded with gold bars. And it’s bred to be infertile, so you can be confident that its gleaming presence will remain exactly where it’s planted.
CULTURAL INFORMATION
Cell Size: 38 cell tray.
Depth 3": Volume (max. dry) cubic inches: 8.54
Recommended Finish Size: 1 gallon
Growing Media: Well-draining commercial media
Growing Temperature: 70-80 F (days) 55-65 F (nights)
Soil PH: 5.8-6.2
Soil EC: 1.8-2.2
Finish Time for Spring Sale: 8 - 10 weeks
Growing Info: Pinching not required. Fertilizing: Constant liquid feed at medium levels of 150 - 200 ppm N
Moisture Level: Allow plants to dry between ample watering.
Watch for Pest and Disease: Aphids, mealybugs, spider mites
Vernalization Requirements: Not required.
Supplemental Lighting: Plants require 12+ hours photoperiod.
Growth Regulators: Generally, not needed.
Day Length: Long Day
Other: Plants will not establish root growth under cool temperatures and short days.
Tune in to the NEW! with High Frequency™ PPAF. It comes in well-rooted, slick-planting, fast-finishing 38s from Emerald Coast Growers – your easy choice!