Family: Poaceae
(poh-AY-see-ee) Genus: Elymus (EL-ih-mus) Species: hystrix (HIS-triks) Synonym:Elymus hystrix var. hystrix Synonym:Hystrix patula
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Category Ornamental Grasses and BambooWater Requirements Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscapingAverage Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater Sun Exposure Full SunFoliage Grown for foliageProvides Winter Interest Foliage Color UnknownHeight 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)Spacing 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)Hardiness USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F) USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F) USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F) USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F) USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F) USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F) USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F) USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger UnknownBloom Color Cream/TanBloom Characteristics UnknownBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Late Spring/Early SummerMid Summer Other details UnknownSoil pH requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From seed; direct sow after last frostSeed Collecting Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds |