helictotrichon sempervirens saphirsprudel
Helictotrichon sempervirens saphirsprudel, commonly known as Blue Oat Grass, is a sought-after ornamental grass prized for its striking silvery-blue foliage and tight, arching clumps. Ideal for New Zealand gardens, this perennial grass is favoured for its drought tolerance and year-round colour, adding texture and movement to coastal landscapes, low-maintenance borders, and modern garden designs. Whether you’re looking to brighten up a mixed border or create a mass planting along pathways, Helictotrichon sempervirens saphirsprudel is a reliable choice that thrives in sunny, well-drained sites across the country.
Helictotrichon sempervirens (Blue Oatgrass)
Blue Oatgrass
Helictotrichon sempervirens (Blue Oatgrass) is a striking evergreen ornamental grass valued for its steel blue foliage and graceful form. The fine textured leaves create a tidy mound that provides year round structure and colour in the garden. During summer, tall flower stems rise above the foliage, adding movement and visual interest. Helictotrichon sempervirens (Blue Oatgrass) is well suited to New Zealand conditions and is an excellent choice for modern landscapes, borders, and mass plantings.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Grasses - Height:
35 cm - Spread:
40 cm - Flowering time:
Summer - Tolerances:
Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind - Garden uses:
Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Ponds, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
