Leymus Species, Blue Lyme Grass, Sand Rye Grass, Sea Lyme Grass

Leymusarenarius

Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Leymus (LEE-mus)
Species
arenarius (ar-en-AR-ee-us)
Synonym
Elymus arenarius
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Boise, Idaho

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Oklahoma City, OK (Zone 7a) | November 2004 | neutral

Foliage is a gorgeous shade of blue. This plant can handle dry soil conditions and salt spray.

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