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Poa cita

Also Known As

Silver Tussock-grass

Plant type

grass / grass like

size

H: 30"
W: 2'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Poa cita plant details

Poa cita is an evergreen grass (or grassy in appearance) with blue foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Poa cita

Plant type: grass (or grassy in appearance)
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 30 IN tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Poa cita

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat, verticillium wilt and wind

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Silvery flower heads that sway just above lustrous fawn-green blades and an amazing drought tolerance hallmark this graceful New Zealand native. Found in open grasslands from coastal to subalpine regions, Silver Tussock produces a dense fine textured mound and upright arching stalks studded with slender, loosely arranged inflorescences. Easy-to-grow Poa cita looks best in drifts and knows how to persevere, doggedly enduring dry sunny niches, exposed windy sites, and an array of soil types.