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Sapphire Blue Oat Grass (#3)
Sapphire Blue Oat Grass (#3)
$33.00
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Helictotrichon sempervirens 'Sapphire'
Choose Sapphire Blue Oat Grass if you want a tidy blue clump for a sunny, well-drained bed; the tradeoff is that it will not give you height, screening, or a soft meadow look.
Buy This If
- You want strong blue foliage.
- You need a compact grass.
- Your bed drains well.
Skip This If
- You need a tall screen.
- The site stays soggy.
- You want flowing movement.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The blue foliage gives clear contrast, but the plant stays more architectural than showy. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a useful pace without becoming an aggressive spreader. |
| Maintenance | A- | Plan on a simple spring cleanup and avoid sites where poor drainage creates problems. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother ornamental grasses; the bladed foliage is not a favorite, though hungry deer may nip tender new growth. |
| Small Space Fit | A | Its clumping habit works well where larger grasses would crowd walks or foundations. |
| Screening Value | D | This is an accent grass, not a plant for blocking views. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for sunny front beds, rock gardens, and dry edges where blue color matters more than height.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 2.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 2 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Clumping, mounding |
Customers Usually Ask
Does it spread?
No, it forms a clump rather than running through the bed.
Should it be cut back?
Yes, clean up old foliage in early spring before new growth pushes.
Will deer eat it?
It is deer resistant, though no plant is ignored in every yard.
Why Add Ornamental Grasses to Your Landscape?
- Low Maintenance Performance: Most ornamental grasses require minimal pruning and thrive with little upkeep once established.
- Movement & Texture: Flowing blades and feathery plumes create dynamic visual interest that changes with light and wind.
- Four-Season Appeal: From summer greenery to fall plumes and winter structure, grasses provide year-round landscape impact.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-42030
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