Overview
Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Miscanthus, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural, coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildlife gardens, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and hedging and screens.
About
Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' is a deciduous, clump-forming cultivar of the Miscanthus genus, commonly known as silvergrass. This grass thrives in full sun and is adaptable to a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for exposed or sheltered locations facing south, west, or east, it is hardy to UK zone H6. This cultivar is well-suited for use in architectural plantings, coastal and cottage gardens, wildlife areas, and as cut flowers or in hedging and screens. Propagation is by division in spring.
About the genus
Miscanthus, or silvergrass, is a genus of African, Eurasian, and Pacific Island plants in the grass family, Poaceae. The name is derived from the Greek words "miskos", meaning "stem", and "anthos", meaning "flower", in reference to the stalked spikelets on plants of this genus. Several species are known for their height and biomass production, and may be used as ornamental grasses.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Miscanthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Hedging and screens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf'
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf'?
Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' need?
Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' hardy in the UK?
Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Miscanthus 'Sinensis Yak. Dwarf'?
Division in spring.
More in the Miscanthus genus
- Miscanthus sinensis 'Silberfeder'eulalia 'Silberfeder'
- Miscanthus sinensis 'Silver Charm'Chinese Silver Grass
- Miscanthus x giganteus 'Gilt Edge' (v)eulalia 'Gilt Edge'