Species autumn moor grass
white flowers with yellow-green foliage

autumn moor grass

Sesleria autumnalis

Autumn moor grass (Sesleria autumnalis) is a perennial grass species. Growing between 5-25 cm in height, it has grey-green leaves and silvery-grey flower spikelets. It is a drought-resistant, low-maintenance species and blooms from late summer to early autumn, making it a great addition to any garden. Its clumping habit spreads can spread quickly, but can be managed with regular trimming. Autumn moor grass is an excellent choice for low-maintenance lawns, as it can survive in a variety of soil types and it can handle moderate wear and tear. This hardy grass looks best when planted in groups and is sure to bring life and color to any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Division,Seed Propagation,Vegetative Plugging,Stolon,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Greenish Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Autumn moor grass should be watered twice a week, providing about 1 inch of water each time. Watering should be done in the early morning, before the day begins to heat up. This will help the plant absorb the moisture more easily without causing dehydration. During summer months, this plant may require more frequent watering depending on the environmental temperature and humidity levels. To ensure that the soil is receiving enough water, it is important to check for moisture regularly. If the soil is dry to the touch, additional water should be added.

sunlight

Autumn moor grass prefers full sun and grows best when exposed to at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It tolerates partial shade, but increases in vigor and productivity with more direct sunlight. It will benefit from additional sunlight in autumn, when shorter days may limit the total amount of sun exposure.

pruning

Autumn moor grass should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth resumes. Prune the plant by cutting it back to within a few inches of the ground. This will encourage fresh, new shoots to develop. Be careful not to prune too drastically or too often, as this may damage the health of your plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
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Starts Flowering

Autumn moor grass typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Autumn moor grass typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.

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