Leymus arenarius Blue Grass

Leymus arenarius Blue Grass

1 packet (20 seeds) @ $2.95

Catalog Code: 4515

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Leymus arenarius Blue Grass

Hardy Perennial Grass

  • Position: Full sun
  • Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
  • Height: 24 inches
  • Germination: Challenging
  • Aftercare: Easy
  • Ideal for: Border, Containers

Description

A gorgeous perennial grass with attractive, dense clump forming, glaucus blue, broad, spiky foliage. Looks stunning in borders, as well as making a spectacular container plant for a sunny patio. In the second year tall, blue changing to buff, flower spikes appear. Height 60cm (24in) with a 150cm (60in) flower spike.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:December to April or June to July.

Sow seed on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost and place at a temperature of at 20C (69F). Lightly cover the seed with vermiculite. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 14-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30-45cm (12-18in) apart.

Aftercare Instructions

Straggly foliage can be cut back the following spring to encourage new coloured grass each year.