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Phleum phleoides

A short-lived perennial grass, forming a dense tuft of upright stems to 75cm high, sheathed with smooth, narrow green leaves to 20cm long. Cylindrical flower heads are produced at the tips of the stems, which are often flushed with purple

Synonyms
Phleum boehmeri
Phalaris phleoides
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Purple Green
Autumn
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Poaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
Yes
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Tufted
Name status

Correct

How to grow

Cultivation

Often found in heaths and verges on free draining sandy or chalk soils

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Wildflower meadow
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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