Leymus arenarius 'Glaucus'

Also Known As

Elymus arenarius 'Glaucus'
Glaucus European Dune Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

4a-10b

Leymus arenarius 'Glaucus' plant details

Leymus arenarius 'Glaucus' is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. In summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Leymus arenarius 'Glaucus'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: aggressive, cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Leymus arenarius 'Glaucus'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tolerant of a variety of soil conditions, ?blue lyme grass has a unique blue foliage that will complement any perennial border? (M. H. Meyer); 2-3' tall with slowly spreading rhizomes (contain to prevent any spread). S/M