Variegatum Bulbous Oat Grass
Arrhenatherum elatius var. bulbosum 'Variegatum'
Bulbous Oat Grass
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Perennial grass that performs best with moist conditions and in cooler seasons of the year. Clear blue-green blades have white striping forming attractive small clumps good for massing, rock gardens.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Variegatum Bulbous Oat Grass get?
About 12-18" tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Variegatum Bulbous Oat Grass need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
Will Variegatum Bulbous Oat Grass grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Variegatum Bulbous Oat Grass in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Variegatum Bulbous Oat Grass wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.