Helictotrichon

New Zealand’s Best Helictotrichon Plants

Adding ornamental grass plants to your garden delivers a vast range of benefits:

• They provide a habitat and shelter for native fauna
• Greater biodiversity is created
• Brilliant colour is introduced to a space
• Children can learn the plants and become more involved with nature
• These plants will bring you pleasure for many years to come

We have the largest variety of ornamental grass plants, and the right Blue Oat Grass for your space. These have been selected to thrive in NZ’s climate. We grow and stock only the highest quality plants, sourcing them locally, and from NZ’s leading nurseries. Each plant is packed and transported with extreme care, ensuring it arrives to you in the same condition it was in when it left the nursery. If you are wanting to buy Helicotrichon, shop with confidence from the best in the industry.

Common questions about growing Helictotrichon

1. What looks good with blue oat grass?

Blue oat grass is a versatile ornamental grass that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It’s silver-blue foliage and graceful arching habit makes it an elegant feature. Blue oat grass is a good choice for mass plantings, borders, and rock gardens. It can also be used to soften the edges of a patio or walkway.

Here are some plants that look good with blue oat grass:

• Nepeta (catmint)
• Salvia (sage)
• Sedum (stonecrop)
• Lavender
• Dianthus (pinks)
• Coreopsis
• Euphorbia (spurge)
• Allium (ornamental onion)
• Gaura
• Miscanthus (maiden grass)
• Pennisetum (fountain grass)

2. Is blue oat grass native to California?

Blue oat grass (Helictotrichon sempervirens) is not native to California. It is native to the western Mediterranean region, and was introduced to California where it has established itself in numerous parts of California. There are a number of native grasses that are similar to blue oat grass in appearance, such as California oat grass (Danthonia californica) and nodding brome (Bromus carinatus).

3. Where is the best place to plant blue oat grass?

The best place to plant blue oat grass (Helictotrichon sempervirens) is in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of garden settings, including:

• Mass plantings: Blue oat grass can be planted in mass to create a beautiful blue-grey groundcover.
• Borders: it can be used to add texture and interest to borders.
• Rock gardens: It is a good choice for rock gardens, as it can tolerate dry conditions.
• Containers: Blue oat grass can be grown in containers on patios and balconies.
• Hanging baskets: They can be grown in hanging baskets to add a cascade of blue-grey foliage.