Scientific Name
Melica ciliata

Common Name
Hairy melic grass

Hardiness Zones: 6-8
Height: 10"
Light Requirements: Sun to partial shade
Soil/Moisture: Moist to moderately dry soil
Form/Texture: Upright to arching
Inflorescence: Narrow, silky white inflorescence fade to cream; last about a month; good for fresh arrangements if cut before fully open
Comments: Short lived; goes semi-dormant in south; self seeds
Cultivars: --
 

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