Poa labillardieri ‘Eskdale’ – Tussock Grass

Poa labillardieri tussock grass 'Eskdale'

Poa labillardieri tussock grass 'Eskdale'
Poa labillardieri 'Eskdale'

A tussock forming, perennial grass with highly ornamental needle-like blue/grey foliage. Ideal for gardens, borders, rockeries. Trim back in spring. Not suitable for hot and humid climates. Drought and frost tolerant.

Family : Poaceae

Cultivar Name: Eskdale

Plant Type : Grass or grass-like

Width : 0.5

Flowering Time : Spring, Summer

Soil Type : Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil

Climate Zone : Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid

Growth Habit : Evergreen, Dense foliage, Weeping

Soil Moisture : Dry, Well-drained

Special Uses : Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing

Scientific Name: Poa labillardieri

Common Name : Tussock Grass

Height : 1

Flower Color : Gold, Brown

pH Level : Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant Environment : Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant

Light : Sunny, Light shade

Lifespan : Perennial

Frost Tolerance : Tolerates light frost

Attracts Wildlife : Lizards