Description

A compact ornamental grass with serious style, Festuca glauca ‘Intense Blue’ adds texture, structure, and a striking silver-blue tone to any planting scheme. Ideal for modern city gardens and South London balconies, its spiky, low-growing mounds work beautifully in gravel gardens, pots, or mixed with Mediterranean herbs and perennials. Drought-tolerant and effortlessly chic – it’s a must-have for low-maintenance style.

Plants supplied in a 2LTR growers.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 20–30cm


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  Mature Spread: 30–40cm


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  Flower Colour: Buff or pale tan (inconspicuous)


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  Flowering Period: Summer


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  Foliage: Evergreen


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  Fragrant: No


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  Growth Rate: Slow to moderate


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  Hardiness: Fully hardy, including coastal conditions


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  Position: Full sun


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  Soil Moisture: Free-draining soil – drought tolerant once established


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  Soil PH: Neutral to slightly alkaline


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  Soil Type: Sandy, loam, or poor soil – avoid heavy clay


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  Wildlife Friendly: Provides shelter for beneficial insects

Perfect For:

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  Gravel and rock gardens


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  Contemporary pots and courtyard planting


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  Drought-tolerant urban schemes


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  Colour contrast in mixed perennial borders

How to Grow:

Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Cut back any tired foliage in spring and divide clumps every few years to keep them neat and vibrant.

Please note:

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