Product description
Elijah Blue' forms small cushions of very fine, inrolled, intensely ice-blue leaves, becoming greener in winter. From late spring to summer it bears narrow, bristly blue-green flower plumes that turn golden-brown.
This compact evergreen grass plant is best placed in an area of full sunlight, as well as planting it in moist, well-drained soil for best colour, growth and results.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves. Collections or 'mixed' listings for plants will be selected dependant on availability and carefully hand-picked to ensure their quality.
Blue Fescue
Festuca 'Elijah Blue'
Festuca 'Elijah Blue'
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Product description
Elijah Blue' forms small cushions of very fine, inrolled, intensely ice-blue leaves, becoming greener in winter. From late spring to summer it bears narrow, bristly blue-green flower plumes that turn golden-brown.
This compact evergreen grass plant is best placed in an area of full sunlight, as well as planting it in moist, well-drained soil for best colour, growth and results.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves. Collections or 'mixed' listings for plants will be selected dependant on availability and carefully hand-picked to ensure their quality.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Festuca thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Avoid excess watering to prevent root rot.
How to Water
Water Festuca moderately, ensuring the soil is dry to the touch before watering again. These drought-tolerant plants prefer dry conditions once established, so avoid overwatering, especially during cooler months.
How to Plant
Plant Festuca in well-draining soil, in a sunny spot. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, and backfill with soil. Gently firm the soil around the base. Space plants 30-45cm apart to allow for their clumping growth habit.
