Leymus arenarius (Blue Lyme Grass)

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 very specific situations as it is an aggressive grass. Perfect for erosion control or as a ground cover 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 full sun to partial shade. Tends to be less invasive in dry, clay soils.
• Salt, drought tolerant and deer or rabbit resistant, this cool season grass provides all-year-around 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

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Requirement
Hardiness	4,5,6,7,8,9,10
Heat Zones	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10
Climate Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A, A2, 1A, 3B
Plant Type	Ornamental Grasses
Plant Family	Poaceae or Gramineae
Exposure	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest	Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer
Height	2' - 3'
Spread	3' - 4'
Water Needs	Low, Average
Maintenance	Low
Soil Type	Clay, Loam, Sand
Characteristics	Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant
Garden Styles	Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden
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