Suited to regions: | All regions |
Plant type: | Ornamental Grasses |
Height: | 30 cm |
Spread: | 30 cm |
Flowering time: | |
Tolerances: | Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind |
Garden uses: | Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Ponds, Pool areas |
Garden styles: | Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Riparian |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
“Blue Dart” is a popular ornamental grass which is well suited to a range of soil conditions and environments. It has rigid leaves that are a fantastic shade of blue. It typically grows to 30 cm tall and the same wide, with a tidy growth habit. Best growth is achieved when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained soil, though it will tolerate a wide range of soil and environmental conditions, including coastal climates, heavy soils, and frost. “Blue Dart” is popular with landscape designers owing to its versatility and great aesthetics. It is commonly planted around pool and other outdoor areas, used to border a fence or entrance, or mass planted for an amazing display.
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