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(Sesleria caerulea)
Blue Moor Grass (Sesleria caerulea)
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Agnieszka Kwiecień, Nova
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Sesleria caerulea, commonly known as Blue Moor Grass, is an evergreen perennial grass native to a variety of habitats including alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in Europe. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters) and a width of 0.8-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). This grass forms dense tufts of narrow, bluish-green leaves that provide year-round interest. In spring, it produces short spikes of blue-gray to purple flowers that mature to a straw color, adding subtle charm to the garden. The flowers are not particularly showy but do contribute to the plant’s overall texture.
Blue Moor Grass is valued for its low maintenance, drought tolerance once established, and its ability to thrive in a range of soil conditions, including those that are poor or rocky. It is often used in rock gardens, as a ground cover, and in borders for its contrasting foliage color and texture. It is also suitable for urban planting due to its adaptability. Blue Moor Grass prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water with well-drained soil. It is generally disease-free but can suffer from rust in wet conditions. There are no major concerns about invasiveness or aggressive roots, making it a reliable choice for gardeners.CC BY-SA 4.0
Blue Moor Grass is valued for its low maintenance, drought tolerance once established, and its ability to thrive in a range of soil conditions, including those that are poor or rocky. It is often used in rock gardens, as a ground cover, and in borders for its contrasting foliage color and texture. It is also suitable for urban planting due to its adaptability. Blue Moor Grass prefers full sun to part shade and requires medium amounts of water with well-drained soil. It is generally disease-free but can suffer from rust in wet conditions. There are no major concerns about invasiveness or aggressive roots, making it a reliable choice for gardeners.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Grass
- Height: 0.5-1 feet
- Width: 0.8-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Street Planting
Natural Habitat
native to a variety of habitats including alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes in Europe
Other Names
Common Names: Blue- Moor-Grass, Kalk-Blaugras, Svenskegras
Scientific Names: , Sesleria caerulea, Sesleria albicans, Sesleria caerulea subsp. caerulea, Sesleria uliginosa, Sesleria coerulea, Sesleria varia, Sesleria albicans subsp. albicans, Sesleria calcaria, Sesleria barcensis
GBIF Accepted Name: Sesleria caerulea (L.) Ard.