Helictrotrichon sempervirens Blue Oat Grass: FPS-251/FP251, 5/2007

Abstract

This document provides an overview of blue oat grass (Helictotrichon sempervirens), a perennial ornamental grass known for its attractive blue or blue-green foliage. It details the plant’s characteristics, including its height, spread, growth rate, and leaf structure. The document also covers the plant’s preferred growing conditions, such as full sun exposure and well-drained soil, and its moderate drought tolerance. Additionally, it highlights the plant’s uses in landscaping, its non-invasive nature, and its general availability within its hardiness range. The document concludes with care tips, noting that blue oat grass requires minimal maintenance and is generally pest-resistant. Original publication date October 1999.