blue moor-grass
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S. caerulea is a compact, tufted evergreen grass with bluntly pointed, linear leaves, blue-green on the upper side, dark glossy green beneath; small, egg-shaped purplish flower heads open in spring, soon fading to pale buff
Scientific classification
- Species
- blue moor-grass (Sesleria caerulea)
- Genus
- Sesleria
- Family
- Poaceae
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- Toxicity
- Grass Like
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of blue moor-grass
Distribution map
Europe
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of blue moor-grass
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blue moor-grass care guide
- Average watering needs, tolerate brief dry spells once root system matures
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Average watering needs, tolerate brief dry spells once root system matures
Fertilizing
FertilizingLight grass feed once annually at onset of spring new growth
Pruning
PruningRemove dead foliage as necessary
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in spring or autumn
Growing
GrowingGrow in moderately fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil in full sun or dappled shade. See ornamental grasses cultivation for further advice
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally trouble free
Pests
Generally trouble free
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