Anthoxanthum odoratum - P9

Description
With its medium green leaf colouring, the Sweet vernal grass (Anthoxanthum odoratum) is a decorative design element in the garden, which also stands out due to its horst-forming growth. The yellow flower plumes adorn this grass from spring onwards. It feels most at home in a sunny to semi-shady location. In favourable conditions, this hardy grass reaches a height of approx. 30 cm and grows up to 30 cm wide.

leaves
The wintergreen leaves of Sweet vernal grass are medium green, linear.

Frost hardiness
The Sweet vernal grass has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Nest-forming.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Planting partner
The Sweet vernal grass sets beautiful accents together with: Golden-haired aster, knotless grass lily, common pasque flower.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear from May to July.

Use
Bed edging, natural garden