Evergreen, Soft, velvet cream and green variegated foliage makes this creeping grass a nice addition to any area where a spreading effect is desired. Best used in meadows and borders. Excellent for containers and planter boxes!Prefers well-drained soil. Plant in sun or partial sun. Grows to 12″ (30 cm) tall. Space 12″ (30 cm apart.
Holcus mollis ‘Jackdaw’s Cream’
Soft, velvet cream and green variegated foliage
Category: Grasses and Sedges
Additional information
Generic | Holcus |
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Species | mollis |
Varietry | 'Jackdaw's Cream' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | green |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 30cm |
Family | Gramineae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, cream |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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