Lawn Guardian

Zebra Grass Care Guide

Miscanthus sinensis 'Zebrinus'

ornamental_grassZones 5–9deer resistant

Tall arching grass with distinctive horizontal yellow bands across each blade. Creates a bold, tropical effect. Large copper plumes in fall.

At a glance

Season-by-season care

Spring

Cut back hard Early spring

Cut entire clump to 6-8 inches before new growth emerges. Use power hedgers for large clumps.

Summer

Supplemental water in drought During dry spells

Water during extended dry periods for best banding color.

Fall

Enjoy winter presence Fall through winter

Golden fall color and feathery plumes remain attractive well into winter.

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Sources: Purdue University Turfgrass Science: Use Growing Degree Days to Better Time Your Applications · University of Missouri Extension: Cool-Season Grasses: Lawn Maintenance Calendar · University of Minnesota Extension: Pre-emergent Herbicides for Crabgrass Control in Lawns