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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typegrass
Distribution
Festuca glauca Elijah Blue
Elijah'S Blue Fescue
Flower Colors
Description
Forms small cushions of very fine, inrolled, intensely ice-blue leaves, becoming greener in winter. From late spring to summer it bears narrow, bristly blue-green flower plumes that turn golden-brown
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Rosette
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drainedWell-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 4-9
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeArchitecturalCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenPatio and container plantsRock gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and bedsGarden edging
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 5cm4800S1 | H: 5cm | €6.90 |
| VS4800JX | €4.24 | |
| VS4800j | €2.80 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.