A tussock forming, perennial grass with highly ornamental needle-like blue/grey foliage. Ideal for gardens, borders, rockeries. Trim back in spring. Not suitable for hot and humid climates. Drought and frost tolerant.
Poa labillardieri ‘Eskdale’ – Tussock Grass
Plant Information
Plant Type - Grass or grass-like
Common Name - Tussock Grass
Scientific Name - Poa labillardieri
Family - Poaceae
Cultivar Name - Eskdale
Other Common Name -
Minimum Height - 0.5
Maximum Height - 1
Minimum Width - 0.4
Maximum Width - 0.5
Flower Colour - Gold, Brown
Flowering Time - Spring, Summer
pH Level - Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type - Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Sandy loam, Clay loam, Potting mix, Poor soil
Plant Environment - Low maintenance garden, Poolside, Container growing, Cold climate, Coastal garden, Drought resistant
Climate Zone - Warm temperate, Cool temperate, Mediterranean, Cool, Semi-arid
Light - Sunny, Light shade
Growth Habit - Evergreen, Dense foliage, Weeping
Life Span - Perennial
Soil Moisture - Dry, Well-drained
Propagation Method -
Frost Tolerance - Tolerates light frost
Plant Usage - Feature plant, Border plant, Attractive foliage
Special Uses - Erosion control, Pollution tolerant, Fast growing
Attracts Wildlife - Lizards
Angus Cultivar -