Helictotrichon pratense
Helictotrichon pratense
Meadow oat grass (Helictotrichon pratense) is an elegant cool-season ornamental grass forming neat, arching clumps with silvery-green foliage and attractive seed heads. It thrives in well-drained soils in partial shade to full sun and requires very little attention once established. Ideal for naturalistic meadow plantings, borders, or as a specimen grass in a mixed bed.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
6″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Lightly, Allowing Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings Once Established
Soil pH
6 – 7
Temperature
-30° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Division
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
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