Yuka Jima Maiden Grass grows to 3 to 4 feet tall.  It has long, thin blades with a silver vein that is dark green throughout the summer.  In the fall, silver plumes appear well above the foliage.  Its blooms remain attractive during the winter.  This grass has a graceful arching form.  It may turn reddish-brown in the winter, then fade to tan.  It works well as a foundation plant or short screen.  It prefers full sun to part shade but will lose its color in more shade.

This Plant will tolerate drought once established and a wide variety of soils, including heavy clay.  It is low maintenance, only needing to be cut back once a year in early spring.  It does not have any serious pest or disease problems in our area.