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Helictotrichon sempervirens

Family Gramineae
Plant Type ornamental grass
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Helictotrichon sempervirens (blue oat grass) bears showy and pale yellow blossoms during early summer. This ornamental grass has greyish aquamarine foliage that is showy and evergreen. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning ornamental grass which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and salt.