Moor grass
Sesleria autumnalis
Common Name: Moor grass
Genus: Sesleria
Species: autumnalis
Category: Grasses & Bamboos
Height: 1.20 m (120 cm)
Spread: 0.60 m (60 cm)
- Position: grows in both full sun/light shade
- Soil: tolerant of most soils but dislikes waterlogging in winter
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: July to October
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Both easy to grow and tolerant of a wide range of soil types and aspects this evergreen grass is a valuable foil for large and small gardens alike. The hummocks of grey-green foliage send forth wiry upright stems which support elongated flower spikes. Flowers which are silvery-grey at first gradually open to reveal a sleeve of silky white stamens which shimmer lightly in any passing breeze. A fine subject for defining the edge of woodland paths or shaded courtyard border.
Garden care: cut back old foliage in the spring to encourage fresh new growth and to maintain good form and habit of plants.
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