| | | Family | Gramineae | | Plant Type | ornamental grass | | Zone | USDA: 6a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H2 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5 | | Care Level | | | Height | 3 - 8 cm (1 - 3 in) | | Spread | | | Light | full sun to light shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | This ornamental grass is mat forming and has medium green foliage that is matte, fine textured and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Lawn. | | Special Characteristics | Zoysia japonica 'Empire' is tolerant of salt. | | |