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Leymus arenarius

Family Gramineae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 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 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Leymus arenarius (blue lyme grass) bears pale yellow blooms during mid-summer to late summer. The foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, container, cut flowers, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Leymus arenarius (blue lyme grass) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.