Leymus arenarius

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Leymus arenarius

Blue Lyme Grass

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 8.250.100

(Formerly Elymus glaucus) Grown for its display of exceptionally beautiful steel-blue foliage, this is a spreading grass that needs to be used carefully. Best to contain this in a planter, or use as a groundcover in a large sunny area. Foliage is terrific for flower arranging! Arching tan spikes appear in summer but these are often removed. Mow the old foliage to the ground in late fall or early spring. Clumps are easily divided, and even small root pieces will grow. Sometimes used to stabilize sand dunes. Very drought tolerant. Keep this out of the perennial border!!

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Leymus arenarius

Optimal Growing Conditions	Appearance and Characteristics

Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid Soil Moisture Average or Dry or Moist Care Level Easy	Flower Colour Creamy Yellow Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer Foliage Color Blue Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Ground Cover Massed Height 60-90 cm 23-35 inches Spread 60-90 cm 23-35 inches Foot Traffic None Growth Rate Fast

Leymus arenarius

Blue Lyme Grass

Plant number: 8.250.100

Further details for Leymus arenarius

Further details for
Leymus arenarius