Poa chaixii - Forest
Bluegrass, Broad-leaved Meadow Grass
A beautiful woodland grass from central Europe. The foliage
emerges folded and then opens flat. The shiny light green
leaves look almost irridescent. In the right locations and
with deep rich soil, the 20" long foliage can look
quite tropical.
It is particularly attractive when in bloom with flowers
that can reach a meter (40") or more in height.
This plant is a grass for shade or semi-shade and may need
extra water during the driest time of the year.
Description: cool season; clump forming
Foliage - shiny light green; 10mm (3/8") wide blades;
25-50cm (12-20") tall
Flowers - June-Aug, 60-100 cm (24-40")
Ideal conditions: shade to part shade;
rich deep soil with ample water in hot, dry, sunny sites
Coldest zone: 4-7 (find
your zone; further info on plant hardiness)
Partner with: woodland bulbs, Luzula,
Molinia, Pycnanthemum
Suggested uses: groundcover in shade,
containers, edging plant, groups, drifts
Form: upright with arching flowers
The species is native to: Northern Europe;
eastern Canada and north-eastern US
Season of interest: May to frost
Drought tolerance rating: 3 (water to
root depth once a week) further
info
Plant and divide: spring and early fall
Recommended spacing between plants: 25-45
cm (12-18") why such a difference
Pronunciation: Poa (POE-ah) chaixii
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