Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima' (Yaku Jima Eulalia)


Botanical Information

FamilyPoaceae
GenusMiscanthus
Speciessinensis
Cultivar'Yaku Jima'
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone4 - 6a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-29 - (-23)
Temperature (°F)-20 - (-10)
Height1 m
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, August, September, October, November, December

Description and Growing Information

ShapeDwarf species that typically grows in a clump.
LandscapeWorks well as filler in flower borders and beds, but can quickly become invasive.
PropagationPropagate by seed or division in spring. Can be slow to establish.
CultivationGrow in any moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil in full sun, protected from excessive winter wet.
PestsNo serious pest or disease problems.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionLeaf blades are green and arch downwards, turning reddish-brown in fall and fading to tan over the winter.
Flower DescriptionTiny buffy coloured flowers with red tinges that emerge in fluffy panicles, fading to silver in fall but remaining showy throughout winter.

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