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Koeleria glauca

Also Known As

  • Blue Hair Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Koeleria glauca plant details

Koeleria glauca is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Koeleria glauca

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Koeleria glauca

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Evergreen. This cool season grower with strongly greenish blue leaves usually flowers in June, then goes dormant in areas where summers are hot and humid. In cooler climates it will remain presentable through fall. Upright in growth to 2' in bloom. Grow in full sun.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Koeleria glauca plant

How to Grow Koeleria glauca

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • grassy
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