Leymus arenarius (Blue Lyme Grass)

Noted for its incredibly beautiful blue-gray foliage, Leymus arenarius (Blue Lyme Grass) is a vigorous, semi-evergreen grass that grows in densely tufted, spreading clumps of gracefully arching, broad and flat, steel-blue leaves. In summer, it produces sturdy, upright, narrow, blue-gray flower spikes that turn light beige. Spreading aggressively by rhizomes, this grass needs to be used in particular situations, as it is aggressive. Perfect for erosion control or as a groundcover in a wide sunny area, Blue Lyme Grass makes a good container plant where its invasiveness can be contained.

• Grows up to 2-3 ft tall (60-90 cm).
• This grass tolerates a wide range of soils, from wet to dry and from full sun to partial shade. Tends to be less invasive in dry, clay soils.
• Salt, drought-tolerant once established, and deer and rabbit-resistant, this cool-season grass provides all year-round interest thanks to its evergreen foliage in mild winter areas.
• Cut back foliage in fall. Divide from mid-spring to early fall
• Native to Northern Europe
• Drought-Tolerant Grasses That Turn Dry Gardens Into Drama