Species Bulbous Oatgrass
white-green foliage

Bulbous Oatgrass

Arrhenatherum elatius subsp. bulbosum

Bulbous Oatgrass is a mix of deep green that grows in sunny areas with moist soil. Its dense, bulbous panicles feature oat-like seed heads that gracefully tip over at the top. It's perennial character makes it a welcome addition to any garden. When grown in clumps, it provides an interesting display as its numerous hollow stems form densely at the base. It's also considered to be an excellent choice for erosion control, providing both long-term stability and beauty. This hardy grass is low maintenance and will provide years of pleasure to your garden.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Bulbous Oatgrass should be watered thoroughly once every 1-2 weeks, depending on the season and light conditions. The soil should remain moist but not soggy. If the soil feels dry, give the plant a generous amount of water until water begins to run out of the drainage hole at the bottom of the pot. In the summer months, Bulbous Oatgrass may need to be watered more frequently.

sunlight

Bulbous Oatgrass thrives best in full sun and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. For optimal growth, the ideal time to plant this grass is during spring and early summer months, when temperatures and sunlight are highest. Be sure to place bulbs in areas that receive maximum sunlight throughout the day, such as open meadow areas or along the southern edge of a garden. The plant will not thrive and produce the desired results in shady areas.

pruning

Bulbous Oatgrass (Arrhenatherum elatius subsp. bulbosum) should be pruned in the late winter or early spring. Pruning can be done by removing any dead, dried, or diseased foliage and stems. Thinning the grass by cutting back some of the taller stems can also be done to encourage further growth. Make sure to leave some of the stems intact for a fuller looking grass when they sprout. Pruning more than half of the grass should not be done as it can shock the plant and reduce its growth.