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Red Chief Maiden Ornamental Grasses (Miscanthus Sinensis Red Chief)

Add height, movement and seasonal colour to your garden with Red Chief Miscanthus (Miscanthus sinensis Red Chief). This attractive ornamental grass forms graceful clumps of fine foliage and produces decorative reddish flower plumes, making it an excellent choice for borders, naturalistic planting schemes and prairie inspired gardens.
As a versatile Miscanthus grass, Red Chief provides interest beyond the main flowering season. Its upright form and attractive flower heads can add structure among garden plants, while the warm tones of its plumes complement other red plants and colourful perennials.

Medium Growth Rate
Deciduous
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Planting Conditions: Miscanthus sinensis Red Chief grows best in fertile, well drained soil and a position in full sun. Keep the soil reasonably moist while the plant establishes, particularly during dry periods. Avoid planting in areas that remain permanently waterlogged.
Growth Rate: Red Chief has a moderate to vigorous growth rate and gradually forms an upright, clump forming plant. Once established, it provides attractive foliage, decorative flower plumes and useful structure through autumn and winter.
12 Month Guarantee On All Plants: Your Red Chief Miscanthus is supplied with our 12 Month Guarantee On All Plants, giving you added confidence when ordering from Everything Landscaping.

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	Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density	Plants Quantity
	Red Chief Maiden Grass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 2L	Regular price £6.00 Sale price £6.00 Regular price Unit price per
	Red Chief Maiden Grass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 5L	Regular price £15.13 Sale price £15.13 Regular price Unit price per
	Red Chief Maiden Grass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 7.5L	Regular price £24.14 Sale price £24.14 Regular price Unit price per

	Height cm	Price inc VAT	Planting Density	Pallet Quantity
	Red Chief Maiden Grass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 2L (50 Plants)	Regular price £270.00 Sale price £270.00 Regular price Unit price per
	Red Chief Maiden Grass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 5L (40 Plants)	Regular price £544.68 Sale price £544.68 Regular price Unit price per
	Red Chief Maiden Grass Ornamental Grass Pot Grown 7.5L (28 Plants)	Regular price £608.33 Sale price £608.33 Regular price Unit price per

Red Chief Miscanthus Description

Miscanthus Red Chief is a cultivated variety of Miscanthus sinensis, commonly associated with Maiden Grass and Chinese Silver Grass. It is valued for its fine foliage, upright growth and attractive reddish flower plumes.

The graceful foliage creates movement in borders, while the flower heads add seasonal interest as they develop. The warm tones can work particularly well alongside red perennials, flowering perennials and other grasses.

This Miscanthus grass is a useful choice for gardeners looking to introduce height and structure without relying solely on garden shrubs. It can be used towards the middle or back of a border, planted in groups or combined with other perennial plants for a naturalistic effect.

Red Chief also works well alongside hardy perennials and perennial flowering plants, helping to create a layered planting scheme with changing colour and texture throughout the growing season.

For gardeners choosing garden plants for autumn and winter interest, the mature foliage and flower heads can be left standing after flowering. They provide useful structure during the colder months before being cut back in late winter or early spring.

Pruning Advice

Allow the foliage and flower plumes of Red Chief Miscanthus to remain through autumn and winter. The dried stems can provide valuable structure and movement when many other plants have become dormant.

Cut back the old growth in late winter or early spring before new shoots emerge. Wear gloves when pruning and remove the previous season's foliage close to the base, taking care not to damage fresh growth.

Further Information

Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis Red Chief
Common Name: Red Chief Miscanthus, Maiden Grass
Foliage: Fine, narrow and arching
Flower Colour: Reddish flower plumes
Habit: Upright and clump forming
Position: Full sun
Soil: Fertile, moist and well drained
Uses: Borders, prairie gardens, feature planting and naturalistic planting schemes
Seasonal Interest: Flower plumes, autumn texture and winter structure

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Chief Miscanthus a perennial?

Yes. Red Chief Miscanthus is a perennial ornamental grass that returns from its base each year. Its foliage dies back as part of its seasonal growth cycle before fresh shoots emerge in spring.

Does Miscanthus sinensis Red Chief flower?

Yes. Miscanthus sinensis Red Chief produces attractive reddish flower plumes later in the growing season. These can remain decorative into autumn and winter when left standing.

Is Red Chief Miscanthus suitable for small gardens?

Red Chief can be used in a range of garden settings, but its mature size should be considered when choosing a planting position. Give it sufficient space to develop without overcrowding nearby plants.

Can Red Chief Miscanthus be planted with flowering perennials?

Yes. Its upright form and fine foliage make it a useful companion for flowering perennials, particularly plants with contrasting flower colours and forms. It can help add height and structure to mixed borders.

When should Red Chief Miscanthus be cut back?

The old foliage and flower stems are best left through autumn and winter for seasonal interest. Cut them back in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.

Delivery & Returns

Enjoy convenient delivery of your Red Chief Miscanthus, with free delivery available within 50 miles of our nursery. Deliveries beyond this area may also be available depending on your location and order.

If you're unsure whether your property falls within our delivery area, please contact us before placing your order. Every plant is carefully prepared for delivery to help ensure it arrives in good condition.

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