Scientific Name
Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima'

Common Name
Dwarf miscanthus

Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Height: 3 to 5'
Light Requirements: Sun
Soil/Moisture: Grows in a variety of soil types but prefers well drained soil
Form/Texture: Fine texture
Inflorescence: Copper plumes mature to silver
Comments: Not a true clone; name used for several compact narrow leaved plants; dwarf form of M. 'Gracillimus'
Cultivars: --
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