{"product_id":"fire-dragon-maiden-grass-mystal™-fire-dragon-miscanthus","title":"Fire Dragon Maiden Grass | Miscanthus sinensis Mystal™ PP# 30374","description":"\u003cp\u003eFire Dragon Maiden Grass | Miscanthus sinensis Mystal™ 'Fire Dragon' PP# 30374\u003cbr\u003eA patent-protected ornamental grass that delivers one of the most dramatic fall color transformations available — vivid reds and oranges, towering silvery-white plumes, and effortless year-round presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Perennial ornamental grass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full sun (minimum 6 hours direct sunlight for best fall color)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Occasional; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Zones 4–9 \/ Cold, heat, drought, and salt tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: 6–7 ft tall, 4–5 ft wide \/ Fast growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet Safe: Yes — considered pet friendly and safe for family landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Patent-protected cultivar (PP# 30374) developed by German breeder Klaus Menzel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage ignites into vivid reds and oranges each fall while silvery-white plumes rise 6–7 feet above the canopy — a seasonal show that stops people in their tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in full sun with minimal water once established; deer resistant, pest resistant, and tolerant of salt spray, heat, and drought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlumes are stunning in fresh or dried floral arrangements — cut before fully open for the best vase life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the entire plant back to 3 inches above the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges — that is the only annual maintenance required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed in early spring with a slow-release balanced fertilizer (18-5-10) to maximize growth and fall color; avoid high-nitrogen formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide clumps every 3–5 years in early spring to maintain vigor and keep fall color vivid; plant 4–5 feet apart for a dense privacy screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips within 1–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packed to protect roots and foliage in transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather holds may apply during extreme heat (95°F+) or cold (34°F and below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow tall does Fire Dragon Maiden Grass get?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt maturity it reaches 6–7 feet tall with a spread of 4–5 feet, forming a graceful arching mound that provides substantial presence and natural privacy screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does the fall color appear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFoliage begins transitioning to vivid reds and oranges in early to mid-fall (typically September–October depending on your zone). 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