Nippon eulalia grass is a dwarf form hardy in USDA Zones 5 to 9. Rose to violet-red flowers emerge in late June and mature to silver plumes. Its mature size is a clump only 4 feet by 3 feet with slender leaves. Nippon prefers full sun but will tolerate light shade. The foliage has a bronze fall color and is decorative throughout the winter. The dry winter foliage and flowers should be trimmed back before new growth appears to avoid damaging the new leaves in the spring. This ornamental grass is good for smaller gardens. Native to east Asia, this species has done so well that some cultivars are invasive, particularly Purpurascens. It's best to look for late-flowering clones that will not have time to set seed. It is resistant to deer.