Botanical profile
Helictotrichon sempervirens
Latin name
Helictotrichon sempervirens
Common name
Blue oats
Family
Poaceae
Helictotrichon sempervirens is an evergreen grass with fine, silvery- blue foliage , forming a neat, rounded clump. Its supple golden spikes emerge above the foliage in summer. Perfect for rockeries, dry flowerbeds, or contemporary gardens, it combines structure and lightness all year round.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
5 to 9 – very hardy, well-drained soil.
Exposure
Sun
Plant appearance
Blooming, foliage and shape
Blooming period
July-August
Flower color
Golden beige
Garden structure
Size and growth
Height
24" (61.0 cm)
Width
16" (40.5 cm)
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