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California Native Plant

Leymus condensatus 'Canyon Prince'

Canyon Prince Wild Rye

Plant photo of: Leymus condensatus 'Canyon Prince'
Information by:         Photographer: West/Sortomme

 

Description

One of the best known and utilized native grass selections in Southern California. Beautiful blue grey foliage that spreads to 3-4' or more. It will reach a height of 2-3'. Flowers rarely. It does spread by rhizomes although not as vigorously as some cl

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Ranch, Water Garden, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Roadside, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.