Blue Hair Grass Seed

A compact ornamental grass with fine silvery blue foliage that brings cool colour and soft texture to borders containers and gravel gardens.

 

Blue Hair Grass forms neat clumps of slender leaves in a striking blue tone that holds beautifully through the season. Plants produce airy flower stems in early summer that rise gently above the foliage adding movement and a naturalistic feel to sunny plantings.

 

Its tidy shape and distinctive colouring make it ideal for rock gardens prairie style borders and modern designs where contrast and structure are appreciated.

 

The foliage keeps its blue sheen even in warm weather and pairs effortlessly with bright flowers silver foliage and other drought tolerant plants.

 

This grass thrives in full sun and free draining soil performing reliably in borders slopes and containers. Its compact habit ensures it fits comfortably into small spaces while still delivering strong visual impact.

 

Easy to grow and low maintenance this variety provides season long interest with very little effort. Its cool blue tones and graceful form make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy subtle colour and refined texture.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.3 grams

 

Sow February to April indoors or April to May outdoors

Germination 14 to 21 days at 18 to 22 C

Soil and Position Free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 20 to 30 cm tall 20 to 30 cm spread

Foliage Season Spring to autumn

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist fine compost and cover lightly. Keep warm and evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant young plants into individual pots and grow on before planting out after frost

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water during dry spells and avoid heavy wet soil. Trim back old foliage in early spring to encourage fresh new growth. Suitable for gravel gardens containers and sunny borders

 

Uses and Benefits

Silvery blue foliage for cool contrast

Compact clump ideal for borders and rock gardens

Airy flower stems for soft movement

Low maintenance and drought tolerant

Perfect for modern designs and naturalistic plantings

 

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