Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Sesleria

Species:

Sesleria autumnalis

USDA Symbol:

SEAU3

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

silvery-white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Lawn Substitute:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily after cold stratification; surface sow and keep moist.