Elymus magellanicus

Also Known As

Agropyron magellanicum
Elymus magellanicum
Leymus magellanicum
Blue Dune Grass
Blue Wheat Grass
Wheat Grass

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 24"
W: 18"

planting zones

5a-10b

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Elymus magellanicus plant details

Elymus magellanicus is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. In spring tan flowers emerge. Features glaucous and grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Elymus magellanicus

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: tan blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Elymus magellanicus

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The color of sky and sea, Elymus's light blue glaucous blades gain intensity as the plant matures and assumes its delightful skirtlike habit. Older leaves fall outward to cover the base, revealing the new, upright central growth. A designer's dream, Wheat Grass holds its form without the distraction of conspicuous flowers, and is unparalleled in a container or as a specimen for the mixed border against a drift of green Carex tumulicola. Happiest in coastal areas, this extraordinary blue grass appreciates well drained soil, and light shade in hot climates.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

The bluest grass I’ve ever grown! From South America, this hardy, clumping grass to 20”x 20” makes a “stand-out” accent anywhere you plant it. Graced with metallic blue foliage, it looks superb next to black foliaged Anthriscus sylvestris ‘Raven’s Wing’. In June, it throws up a wheat-like, bluish green spike that matures to a straw color. Partial to good drainage, plant it right up front, on a slope or even in a container. Cut back to 4” in Winter. Evergreen along the coast.