Autumn Moor Grass

Sesleria autumnalis

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Overview

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) is an evergreen perennial, valued for its clumping, mounded habit. This grass reaches 1-2 feet in height with an equal spread. Its fine-textured, blue-green foliage contrasts well with fiery autumn blooms, featuring silvery-white flowers that mature to light brown. It thrives in full sun to part shade, prefers well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established, making it a versatile choice for varied landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 5–9

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) is an evergreen perennial, valued for its clumping, mounded habit

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — This grass reaches 1-2 feet in height with an equal spread

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — blue-green foliage contrasts well with fiery autumn blooms

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — featuring silvery-white flowers that mature to light brown

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — It thrives in full sun to part shade

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — prefers well-drained soil

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — and is drought-tolerant once established

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Poaceae

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Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) is an evergreen perennial, valued for its clumping, mounded habit

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — This grass reaches 1-2 feet in height with an equal spread

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — blue-green foliage contrasts well with fiery autumn blooms

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — featuring silvery-white flowers that mature to light brown

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — It thrives in full sun to part shade

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — prefers well-drained soil

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — and is drought-tolerant once established

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — making it a versatile choice for varied landscapes

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — scientifically known as Sesleria autumnalis

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — is a quintessential ornamental grass that thrives in a variety of landscape settings

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — This perennial clump-forming grass is celebrated for its versatility and low-maintenance characteristics

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — with a dense mound of narrow

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — Its leaves, generally about 1/4 inch wide, provide a lush, evergreen backdrop throughout the year

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — In the late summer to early fall

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — expect to see a striking display of silver-green flower spikes that transition to a golden brown

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — giving the plant its common name

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — It grows best in well-drained soil and demonstrates moderate drought tolerance once established

Autumn Moor Grass (Sesleria autumnalis) — making it a suitable candidate for xeriscaping

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