Arrhenatherum elatius ssp. bulbosum

Variegated Bulbous Oat Grass

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 8A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Alpine garden, border, massing, rock garden, specimen
Height 8" to 14" / 20cm to 35cm
Spread 12" to 12" / 30cm to 30cm
Growth rate Slow
Bloom attributes Suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Blue, green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Spreading or horizontal, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, naturalizing