Helictotrichon sempervirens

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Blue Oat Grass

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Mullany,JJ Neilson

Description

The blue oat grass is a evergreen blue clumping grass that grows 12-18 in. tall and wide. Its showy flowers are 1-2 ft. above the foliage. This plant looks good alone as well as in mass plantings. The blue oat grass likes dry hill sides and is drought tolerant. -Cornflower Farms

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

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Leaf Color

Blue Green, Silver

Bark Color

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Foundation, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.