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Fire Dragon Maiden Grass is an ornamental grass featuring lush fall foliage that makes a bold statement in a landscape. The thin foliage has a fountain-like form and is deep green throughout the spring and summer before turning a bold red in the fall, inspiring the nickname fire dragon. White flower tassels turn into silvery, fluffy plumes that provide a stark contrast against the red foliage during the fall.
The tall form of Fire Dragon Maiden Grass adds texture, movement, and privacy to a space. It can be used to separate different areas of a yard, create a cozy patio area, define a border, or conceal a fence or HVAC unit. Trim the flowers and foliage to add unique texture in arrangements. Fire Dragon Maiden Grass is low-maintenance, adaptable, and grows in zones 4 through 9.
Fire Dragon Maiden Grass Care
Plant Fire Dragon Maiden Grass in full sun. Routinely water new plants to help them establish a robust root system. Mature plants are drought-tolerant, but appreciate water during a dry period to continue growing. Plant this grass in rich soil that is moist and well-drained. Give Fire Dragon Maiden Grass a solid start to the growing season by applying a slow-release fertilizer each spring.
Trim the grass to a few inches above ground level in late winter or early spring. Removing the old growth promotes new growth and a tidy appearance.
Fire Dragon Maiden Grass Spacing
Fire Dragon Maiden Grass is a large ornamental grass that stands 6 to 7 feet tall and spreads 4 to 5 feet wide. Plant this grass 4 to 5 feet apart when creating a mass planting.
Fire Dragon Maiden Grass Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 4 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun (6+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 6-7 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 4-5 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Clumping
- Water Needs
- Dry
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , White
- Flower Description
- Silvery White
- Bloom Time
- Late Summer to Fall
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Fire Dragon Maiden Grass
- Also Known As
- Fire Dragon Miscanthus or Fire Dragon Maiden
- Botanical Name
- Miscanthus sinensis 'Fire Dragon'
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
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#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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