Helictotrichon sempervirens

Helictotrichon sempervirens Details

Helictotrichon sempervirens, commonly known as Blue Oatgrass, is a lovely and popular ornamental grass featuring distinct, blue foliage. It grows as a mound up to 35 cm tall and 40 cm wide producing slender and erect leaves. Best performance with this plant is achieved when it is grown in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of dry periods, cool climates, frost, and coastal environments. Helictotrichon sempervirens is widely used by landscape designers due to its versatility and aesthetic appeal. The Blue Oat Grass is commonly mass planted, included in borders and mixed plantings, used in alpine themed gardens, or planted to brighten a dull area.