Blue Fescue. A densely tufted evergreen grass with narrow inrolled silvery blue, arching leaves, panicles of silvery blue flowers, fading to brown as they seed. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’
A densely tufted evergreen grass with narrow inrolled silvery blue, arching leaves, panicles of silvery blue flowers, fading to brown as they seed.
Additional information
| Generic | Festuca |
|---|---|
| Species | glauca |
| Varietry | 'Elijah Blue' |
| Common Name | Blue Fescue |
| Flower Colour | silver, blue |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Cushion-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, blue |
| Flowers From | May, June |
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| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Protect from winter wet |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Divide and replant every 2-3 yrs |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
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