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Northern Sea Oats
Chasmanthium latifolium
Northern Sea Oats
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Clump-forming, perennial grass bearing large, drooping, oat-like flower spikes from slender, arching branches. The blue-green, bamboo-like leaves often turn a bright yellow-gold, especially in sunnier sites, in fall. Self-seeds and may spread quickly.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Tolerates shade.
- Deer resistant.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Northern Sea Oats get?
About 30-36" tall and 36" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Northern Sea Oats need?
Full Sun to Full Shade.
How much water does Northern Sea Oats need?
Moderate water use.
Will Northern Sea Oats grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 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.
Is Northern Sea Oats deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Northern Sea Oats 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 Northern Sea Oats 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.
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