A densely tufted, perennial grass with narrow, blue leaves. Flower spikes borne throughout summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Elymus magellanicus
A densely tufted, perennial grass with narrow, blue leaves. Flower spikes borne throughout summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Elymus |
|---|---|
| Species | magellanicus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue |
| Flowers From | May, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, 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 | |
| Propagation |
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