A densely tufted perennial grass with white variegated leaves. Long stems with pale green spikelets. Looks best at the front a border. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dactylis glomerata ‘Variegata’
A densely tufted perennial grass with white variegated leaves. Long stems with pale green spikelets. Looks best at the front a border.
Additional information
| Generic | Dactylis |
|---|---|
| Species | glomerata |
| Varietry | 'Variegata' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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