Eulalia

Eulalia – (Miscanthus sinensis), belongs to the ornamental grasses, which belong to the (sub-)tropical regions of Africa and South Asia. Eulalia forms large clumps of reed-like stems and narrow leaves. Depending on the species, eulalia can grow one to three meters tall. There are many cultivars, varying in size and colors. There are also variegated cultivars.
Eulalia blooms with spikes from July through September. After flowering, the spikes dry out.
Eulalia likes a spot in full sun in well-drained soil. This soil should not dry out. Eulalia does not grow rampant, although the pollen does get bigger and bigger.
Because eulalia is native to dry regions, this ornamental grass is sensitive to excess water in winter. Tying up the tussock prevents rainwater from seeping into the heart of the plant and causing root rot.
After the winter, in early spring before the plant sprouts, prune back eulalia to ten cm around the tussock. Fertilize regularly (spring).