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Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass
Miscanthus sinensis 'Little Kitten'
Dwarf Maiden Grass
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A very compact Miscanthus, only reaching about 3'. Blades are slender and green. Feathery yellow plumes grow just taller than the blades and add fall and winter interest.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Deer resistant.
- Adds winter interest.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Low maintenance.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass get?
About 3' tall and 3' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Little Kitten Dwarf Maiden Grass wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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