Greater Woodrush. A densely tufted evergreen grass with bright, shiny yellow leaves in winter, yellow-green in summer and clusters of open chestnut-brown flowers. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers April to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Luzula sylvatica ‘Aurea’
A densely tufted evergreen grass with bright, shiny yellow leaves in winter, yellow-green in summer and clusters of open chestnut-brown flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Luzula |
|---|---|
| Species | sylvatica |
| Varietry | 'Aurea' |
| Common Name | Greater Woodrush |
| Flower Colour | brown |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Juncaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | yellow, green |
| Flowers From | April, June |
| 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 | |
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