Luzula sylvatica 'Auslese'

Also Known As

Greater Wood Rush

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like

size

H: 10"-12"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Luzula sylvatica 'Auslese' plant details

Luzula sylvatica 'Auslese' is an evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with gold foliage. In summer chocolate and tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Luzula sylvatica 'Auslese'

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: juncaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: chocolate and tan blooms in summer
Uses: spreading, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Luzula sylvatica 'Auslese'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This light green ground cover is perhaps one of the best ornamental grasses for a shady setting, especially beneath woody, deciduous shrubs. Arising from soft-looking broad foliar ribbons with twisted and downward curving tips, erect 15 in. stems hold golden inflorescences that mature handsomely to a chocolate brown. Evergreen 'Auslese' can tolerate some drought, and assures a blithe presence as it skirts below Sambucus 'Black Beauty'.