Species eulalia
dense clump with  slender and arching champion-brown leaves

eulalia

Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima'

Eulalia, also known as Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima', is a hardy perennial plant that is native to Eastern Asia. It has fine-textured, arching leaves that can reach up to 4 feet long and 1 foot wide, depending on the variety. This plant produces fluffy flower plumes approximately five feet tall in late summer, that turn a beautiful golden color in the autumn. In cold climates it can be grown in containers and brought inside for the winter. Eulalia is also quite drought tolerant and grows best in partial shade, although it can tolerate full sun.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

Buff with red tinges Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Soil:

Humus rich, Well-drained

Fruits:

brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Moderate

watering

Eulalia (Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima') should be watered every 3-4 days when the soil seems dry, but make sure that the root zone does not become saturated with water, as this can lead to root rot. It is best water early in the morning or late in the evening, and try to avoid splashing water on the foliage. Water should be applied slowly until it starts to run off the surface of the soil. During the growing season, provide 1-2 inches of water per week in order to ensure healthy growth. During periods of extreme heat or drought, increase watering to 3-4 times per week.

sunlight

Eulalia (Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima') should receive direct sunlight for around 6 hours each day. To maximize growth, the best time to give it the most sunlight is during the early morning, between 5am and 10am. During the hottest part of the day, usually between noon and 4pm, some shade should be provided. It's important to remember that during any sunny or hot day, even the most sun-loving plants can suffer from too much sun at once, so it's best to avoid full sun for the entire day.

pruning

Eulalia (Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima') should be pruned twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. In spring, prune 1 third of the shoots after the first flush of activity in early April, when new shoots are emerging from the ground. Remove any dead or damaged shoots. Cut the remaining shoots back to the base of the plant. In late fall, after the second flush of activity, prune the plant back to 12-18 inches tall. This will help the plant keep a nice compact shape throughout the winter months. When pruning, it is important to use clean and sharp pruning scissors or shears to help reduce the spread of disease.

Season

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Starts Flowering

Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima' typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

Harvest Fruit

grass Harvesting of Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima' typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima' typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

Harvest Fruit

grass Harvesting of Miscanthus sinensis 'Yaku Jima' typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.

Hardiness Map