Helictotrichon sempervirens (Blue Oats Grass) mauve turning a rich brown by

turning a rich brown by autumn

Cuba and our friends at North Creek Nurseries

or as a container plant

The vigorously growing clumps of variegated foliage work well in containers or in the mixed border

forming a 6-8" tall clump

Helictotrichon sempervirens (Blue Oats Grass) mauve turning a rich brown byResembles a tall type of Festuca. Stiff, blue gray foliage with a nice clumping habit is 24" tall and can be evergreen in our area. Tan colored flower spikes grow a foot above the foliage in the summer. Try it with Heuchera 'Palace Purple' and Siberian Iris for a pleasing variety of forms and colors. Plant 24" apart. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc. Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 9