Helictotrichon sempervirens 'Sapphire'

Blue Oat Grass

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Clump forming, cool season grass with pewter-blue foliage. Wonderful in masses or as a speciman. Dense foliage with a bristly dome habit. In the summer months, beige seed heads add an additional interest to this vivid grass. Holds up well in the hot summer months.

Height

12-18 Inches

Spread

15-18 Inches

Color

Yellow/Gold/Bronze

Bloom Time

May-June

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Remove spent foliage in the spring.

When to Divide

spring or fall

Good Companions

Cheddar Pinks (Dianthus ), Lamb's Ear (Stachys byzantina), Bluemist Shrub (Caryopteris x clandonensis), Helen's Flower (Helenium ), Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia), Stonecrop (Sedum x), Creeping Thyme (Thymus praecox)

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes & Uses
• Ground Cover
• Cut Flowers
• Dried Flowers
• Containers
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Shade
Foliage Color
• Blue-Gray
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Fall
• Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
• Fall
• Winter
• Spring
Soil Moisture Preference
• Well-drained
• Rich