Miscanthus sinensis ‘Yaku Jima’, known as Maiden Grass, is a dwarf cultivar prized for its refined form and soft, silvery plumes. It reaches a modest 3 to 4 feet in height, making it perfect for smaller gardens or tight landscape spaces. Its narrow, arching green leaves create a tidy mound that stays attractive from spring through winter. In late summer, airy flower plumes emerge with a silvery-pink hue, transitioning to a buff tone in fall and persisting through the colder months for added texture.

Why choose ‘Yaku Jima’ Maiden Grass:

• Compact growth: Ideal for small gardens, tight borders, or containers

• Four-season beauty: Soft summer plumes and striking winter form

• Low maintenance: Drought-tolerant, deer resistant, and easy to grow

Cultivating tips:

• Sun exposure: Prefers full sun for best flowering and foliage color

• Soil conditions: Thrives in well-drained soils, tolerates a range of types

• Pruning care: Cut back in late winter or early spring before new growth appears

Designs for your garden:

• Border plantings: Offers structure and texture along garden edges

• Accent plant: Adds graceful form to perennial and mixed beds

• Small-scale landscapes: Perfect for urban gardens or compact spaces

Ecological benefits:

• Structural habitat: Provides cover for overwintering insects

• Soil stabilization: Dense roots help prevent erosion on banks and slopes

• Water-wise gardening: Needs little irrigation once established

Looking for native alternatives?

Ammophila breviligulata – American Beach Grass: Native dune grass valued for its ability to stabilize sandy soils and withstand tough coastal conditions.
Deschampsia cespitosa – Tufted Hairgrass: A graceful, fine-textured bunchgrass that thrives in moist soils and supports pollinators.
Sorghastrum nutans – Indiangrass: A bold, golden-flowering native that adds height, movement, and wildlife value to meadows and naturalized spaces.