A densely tufted grass with silvery blue narrow leaves, green or purple flowers. Max Height 30cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Festuca valesiaca ‘Silbersee’ Silver Sea
A densely tufted grass with silvery blue narrow leaves, green or purple flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Festuca |
|---|---|
| Species | valesiaca |
| Varietry | 'Silbersee' Silver Sea |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green, purple |
| Soil | Sandy |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 30cm |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, blue |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| 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 | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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