Blue Oat Grass (Helictotrichon sempervirens)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (can tolerate light shade but produces the best color and form in full sun)

Bloom Time:

• Late spring to early summer (flower spikes are relatively short-lived)

Size:

Height: 18 to 24 inches tall
Width: 12 to 18 inches spread

Attributes:

• Drought-tolerant once established
• Low maintenance
• Deer and rabbit resistant
• Adds texture and contrast to garden beds
• Evergreen in mild climates
• Works well in containers, rock gardens, or as an edging plant

Companion:

• Sedum (Stonecrop)
• Echinacea (Coneflower)
• Lavender
• Coreopsis
• Yarrow (Achillea)
• Ornamental grasses (e.g., Little Bluestem, Blue Fescue)
• Blanket Flower (Gaillardia)