Leymus arenarius 'Glauca' |
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Blue Wildrye |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:
Description
The Blue Wildrye is a cool season, upright perennial bunchgrass that grows 2'-3' tall. It has bluish blades and flowers that bloom in the summer. This grass can tolerate drought, clay soils, and establishes rapidly. The Blue Wildrye is native toCA and is a beneficial insect plant.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Meadow, Rockery, Wetlands, Wildgarden, Woodland
Accenting Features
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Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Bank, Withrocks
Special Uses
Erosioncontrol, Massplanting, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
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Water Saving Tip:
Going "green" in your garden could save you 50,000 gallons of water each year and cut your maintenance by 60%.
