A native beach grass of coastal sand dunes making tough spreading mounds of relatively wide strap like blue grey foliage which is occasionally topped with tall wheat like flowers. Needs a sunny well drained position spot with soil not too winter wet. Height 90cm – 1.2m.
Leymus arenarius
£12.55
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Plant Information
| Pot Size | 2 Litre |
|---|---|
| How many plants will I need? | 3 – 5 Plants Per Square Metre |
| Planting area | Native to the UK, Open and Sunny, Seaside and Coastal, Sun-baked and Dry |
Description
These ornamental grasses are Semi Evergreen: Treat as for Evergreens except if looking tired these can be cut back hard in Spring. (Evergreens: Comb or rake off any old, tired or dead leaves and flowers in spring.)
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