Description

Stylish, understated, and wonderfully low-maintenance, Sesleria caerulea brings soft texture and structure to planting schemes all year round. With its neat clumps of blue-green foliage and subtle spring flower spikes, this evergreen grass is a go-to choice for urban gardens and contemporary borders across South London. Works beautifully in mixed planting with salvias, echinacea or geums, and adds movement and contrast to gravel gardens or container displays.

Plants supplied in a 3LTR grower’s pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 30–40cm


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  Mature Spread: 30–40cm


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  Flower Colour: Smoky purple to pale green flower spikes


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  Flowering Period: Spring to early summer


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  Foliage: Evergreen


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  Fragrant: No


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  Growth Rate: Moderate


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions


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  Position: Full sun to partial shade


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Acid, neutral


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  Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand


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  Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter for small insects and wildlife

Perfect For:

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  Coastal and urban gardens


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  Gravel gardens and modern landscapes


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  Edging paths or mixed borders


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  Year-round interest with minimal upkeep

How to Grow:

Plant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade. Trim back old flower stems in early spring to keep it looking fresh. Drought-tolerant once established.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may vary from the one pictured.