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Blue Oat Grass

Botanical Name:

Helictotrichon sempervirens

Plant Description:

Evergreen, perennial bunch grass forming a hemispherical mound of bright grey-blue leaves to 9" long. Bears upright stems with straw colored seed heads in early to mid summer. Prefers well drained, moderately fertile soil and full sun.

Plant Family:

Poaceae

USDA Hardiness Zones:

4 to 9

Mature Size:

1-2' tall x 1-2' wide

Plant Type:

Grass

Light Requirement:

Sun

Bloom Season:

May to June

Water Requirement:

2 - Moderate

Bloom Color(s):

Tan

Utah Native:

Found in the following exhibit(s):

A Desert with Altitude
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