Blue Wildrye
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Elymus glaucus

Common Name: Blue Wildrye

This tall (up to 5 feet in flower) perennial grass is native to many western states and does well in a variety of habitats. The flowers are in spikes with long awns and turn golden brown in our mid-summer prairies looking impressive as they wave in the breeze. This is not a dominant grass of our Willamette Valley prairies but an important component to add diversity to a site

Flower Color: Green
Zones: 6-10
Growth Habit: Grass
Height: 2-5
Spread: 0-2
Light Needs: Sun-Shade
Flowering Season: Early Summer
Leaf Color: Green
Plant Features: Drought Tolerant, Native to Pacific Northwest

This plant may be available. Check our current availability on our Wholesale Ordering page HERE.