Species wheat grass
blue-green foliage

wheat grass

Elymus magellanicus 'Blue Tango'

Wheat grass (Elymus magellanicus 'Blue Tango') is an amazing plant species for its unique ornamental features. It has a bright blue color and long arching leaves. Its foliage is soft to the touch, and it forms a lush low-growing carpet of color in the landscape. It is resistant to drought and can tolerate a variety of soil conditions. Plus, it is low-maintenance and requires little to no pruning. Plus, it naturally resists deer and other pests, making it ideal for low-maintenance gardens. Wheat grass (Elymus magellanicus 'Blue Tango') is an attractive and hardy choice for any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Bluish green Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,tan

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Water wheatgrass (Elymus magellanicus 'Blue Tango') once a week by deeply soaking the soil with 1 inch of water. Be sure that the water is able to freely move through the soil and cannot cause pooling or flooding the roots of the plant. After the soil has been soaked, allow the top of the soil to dry before watering again. During the winter months reduce the watering to once every 2 weeks.

sunlight

Wheat grass (Elymus magellanicus 'Blue Tango') grows best in sunny spots, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight, preferably in the morning and in the afternoon. This species is also tolerant of some shade, and will still produce good results with reduced levels of sunlight. During the hotter summer months, midday sun should be avoided to prevent wilting and scorching of the wheat grass.

pruning

Wheat grass (Elymus magellanicus 'Blue Tango') should be pruned throughout the growing season to keep the plants looking and performing their best. Prune the plants in late spring and again in late summer when they reach 4-6 inches in height. This will encourage new and lush growth. During the first prune, cut the grass back to about half the height. During the second prune, trim back the grass to its desired, final height. Pruning is beneficial to wheat grass because it improves its appearance, encourages healthy and strong growth, and helps to prevent disease.

Season

Fall
Winter
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Starts Flowering

Wheat grass typically starts flowering in June.

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