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Helictotrichon sempervirens 'Sapphire'
Blue Oat Grass
Plant Type:
GRASSES & GRASS-LIKE PLANTSHelictotrichum sempervirens 'Sapphire' (syns. 'Sapphire Fountain' and 'Saphirsprudel') – is a virtually evergreen grass with alluring bright blue color. It is a strong clumping grass that mimics the shape of a large, upside down shaving brush. Handsome, good textural and color contrast in full sun siting. Plant the 'Sapphire' selection of Blue Oat Grass in any average, draining soil. Established pot grown by division.
Characteristics and Attributes for Helictotrichon sempervirens 'Sapphire'
Season of Interest (Foliage)
- Four Seasons
Nature Attraction
- Deer Resistant
Light
- Full Sun
Attributes
- Natural Garden
- Border
- Drought Tolerant
- Accent
- Edging
- Grass Garden
- Evergreen
- Foundation
- Massing
Growth Rate in the Garden
- Medium
Soil
- Draining
- Average
Origins
- Europe
Propagated By
- Division
Genus Overview: Helleborus
Hellebores are indispensible in the woodland garden. They are among the earliest, herbaceous plants with the largest, showiest flowers to brave late winter/early spring cold temperatures and shine, shine, shine! Flowers often age to chartreuse (certainly in H. x hybridus) extending the bloom effect. The foliage for most of the following perennials lasts for nearly 3 seasons – from spring until the following winter solstice in northeastern Connecticut. It is said that lime in the planting hole is helpful. We have never done so and they perform wonderfully for us. Open shade, dappled conditions, morning sun/afternoon shade is best. Plant them in any good woodland soil with organic matter. All of the following are offered as pot grown by good old-fashioned perennial division. In the north spring planting is strongly recommended.