RWWP Giant Miscanthus food plot seed

Can I grow Real World Giant Miscanthus in my area?

The specific cultivar of miscanthus known as Real World Giant Miscanthus has been grown successfully from the Gulf of Mexico into southern Canada. It is tolerant of both the tropical heat in southern states as well as the colder northern regions of the United States.

Planting Instructions

Real World Giant Miscanthus

(a patented, non-invasive tall grass species)

KEEP THIS PRODUCT BETWEEN 35-45^oF UNTIL READY TO PLANT

Site Prep – Choose a planting site that receives full sunlight and is well away from trees and other competing vegetation. Think of miscanthus as corn when selecting a planting site; a location where corn would do well is a site where miscanthus will do well. Miscanthus will do best in soils and moisture conditions that are also good for corn. It is very important that the planting site be totally free of weeds and grasses before planting. You must use a herbicide to do this, as disking, plowing, or tilling will not kill the root systems of grasses that can out-compete your miscanthus. If you do not first properly prepare the planting site, all other efforts are wasted. Take the time to select a good planting site and prepare it well in advance of planting. Keep in mind that it takes a minimum of three years for a new Miscanthus planting to reach its full potential.

Planting –plant as soon as soil conditions allow in early spring and no later than mid-June. Rhizomes should be planted 3-4” deep and 12-18” apart in rows that are spaced 18-24”. Plant at least 3 rows for good screening; 5 rows is better.  Lay the rhizomes horizontally so that all of them are 3-4 inches deep.

Weed Control – It is very important to control competing weeds within a new miscanthus planting for at least the first two years. Apply a pre-emergence herbicide immediately after planting and maintain the pre-emergence herbicide barrier by making a second application 30-45 days after the initial application.  Harness Xtra is a pre-emergent that is labeled for giant miscanthus. Simazine can also be used.

Fertilizer – Do not fertilize Real World Giant Miscanthus the year it is planted. A light to moderate amount of high nitrogen fertilizer such as urea (46-0-0) can be applied for increased growth in the spring after the first year.

Warning – Real World Giant Miscanthus is a patent-protected cultivar. Real World is licensed by the patent holder to market this specific variety of miscanthus. It is illegal to propagate Real World Giant Miscanthus. Real World Wildlife Products will work closely with the patent holder to protect their interest and investment.