I wouldn't do it. I'd wait the three years it will take each plant to approach mature size. If you strip the rootballs, and really merge them together as one planting, you'll get a wider clump, but it won't look right, because although it'll be at a more mature looking width, it won't be as tall as a mature plant. Eventually, you'll have a plant which needs division before it reaches its mature size.

It would be better to plant the individuals in a grouping, about 3' apart. In three years, you'll have a beautiful planting of 3 mature Maiden Grasses.

Thank you for the reply. I thought that was probably the case!

I concur, except that you'll have to wait 3 years.

Be patient, fertilize but don't over fertilize, water deep to get it established and it will be the size you want in no time.

I planted this same variety in February and it is already huge. In my opinion, 3' apart is a little 2 close, but that depends on the look and style of garden you want.

Can they be planted at edge of a pond? In or out of the water? I have a beautiful Gold Bar Maiden Grass in a pot I'd like as a contrasting back drop far side of Lily Pond. What would you recommend? In need of advice, Kathy

Edge of the pond is ok, but not in the water. It needs well draining soil and full sun, and doesn't like wet feet.

Donn thank you so much for your reply. I've been searching for three days to find an answer. (mostly beacause I didn't know what it was.) I keep moving it in and out of the water. I now hope it survives its flooded feet. It is so beautiful I would just die if it goes belly-up. Wish me luck! Kat