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Elymus magellanicus

Family Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Elymus magellanicus (blue clumping wheatgrass) bears faded azure blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour. A specimen plant, Elymus magellanicus (blue clumping wheatgrass) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Elymus magellanicus tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer.