Sesleria heufleriana

The Sesleria heufleriana is a perennial grass of modest size, very similar to blue sesleria, but slightly taller, offering ornamental qualities and comparable ease of cultivation. It forms a small dense tuft with evergreen foliage that is very distinct, grey-blue, turning bright green and flowering from the beginning of summer in the form of white to greenish spikes, which take on a beautiful purple-mauve hue as they fade. With good longevity, completely hardy and tolerant of drought, this grass will maintain an impeccable appearance even in difficult growing conditions. It is to be cultivated in the sun or partial shade in good garden soil.

Sesleria heufleriana is a type of grass that grows in clumps and doesn't spread. It has linear and rough foliage, with leaves that are folded in a V or U shape. The plant can grow up to 40-60 cm (16-24 in) tall and wide when in bloom, which happens in late spring or early summer. Its flowers are light blue-violet, tinged with dark purple, and grow on stout floral spikes with anise green and white flower spikelets.

Sesleria plants have coloured foliage that lasts throughout the winter and adds rustic charm to gardens in the spring and summer. Sesleria heufleriana is highly adaptable and non-invasive, making it suitable for planting in different terrains such as plains, mountains, by the sea, or in rocky areas. It looks great when paired with other perennials such as lavender, catananches, coreopsis, autumn asters, chrysanthemums, echinacea, and small sunflowers.

When planted en masse, Sesleria heufleriana forms a good ground cover and can grow in partial shade or woodland. It is also a great companion to small periwinkles, lungworts, and buglosses.