Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire Fountain

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Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire Fountain

Blue Oat Grass

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 8.200.150

(='Saphirsprudel') This German variety was selected for its especially blue foliage and improved resistance to rust in humid regions. Plants form a well-behaved clump of bright silvery-blue leaves, with taller arching stems of flowers appearing in early summer. Non-spreading in habit, this will remain evergreen in mild winter regions. Requires good drainage, especially in warm summer regions. Clumps may be easily divided in spring. In cold regions the foliage sometimes needs to be tidied up with scissors in spring, but quickly regrows.

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Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire Fountain

Optimal Growing Conditions	Appearance and Characteristics

Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Type Normal or Sandy Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture Dry Care Level Easy	Flower Colour Creamy Yellow Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Spring Foliage Color Blue Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Evergreen Massed Specimen Height 60-90 cm 23-35 inches Spread 60-75 cm 23-29 inches Foot Traffic None Growth Rate Medium

Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire Fountain

Blue Oat Grass

Plant number: 8.200.150

Further details for Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire Fountain

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Helictotrichon sempervirens Sapphire Fountain