American Beach Grass Ammophila breviligulata – Blue Beach Grass – Dune Grass

Description

• Ammophila breviligulata with arching growth, decorative flower spikes, and blue foliage.
• Thrives in sandy, nutrient-poor soils and tolerates long periods of drought.
• Ideal for stabilizing sand dunes and helping prevent erosion in coastal areas.

Botanical name: Ammophila breviligulata. Common names: American beach grass, blue beach grass, dune grass. Origin: Coastal areas of North America from Newfoundland to the Carolinas, as well as the Great Lakes. Growth habit: Perennial herbaceous plant with upright stems and a clump-forming habit; does not produce runners. Height: 1.0 to 1.2 m. Width: 0.8 to 1 m. Leaves: 20 to 60 cm long and 2 to 5 mm wide, rarely wider. Distinctive, attractive silvery-blue foliage. Flowers: Upright spikes measuring 5 to 10 cm in length. Flowering period: August to October. Soil requirements: Undemanding; grows very well in highly well-drained, sandy soils. Loose dune sand is also suitable. Slightly nitrogen-loving, beach grass also tolerates salty soil. Location: Suitable for rock gardens, borders, perennial beds, and gravel gardens. Prefers very sunny locations and an oceanic climate. Winter hardiness: Very winter hardy and frost resistant. This plant is supplied in a P1 nursery pot. Seasonal variations in the size of perennial plants result in different heights at delivery. The plant is generally delivered at a height of 2040 cm. Delivery conditions: This plant is shipped in our standard packaging by parcel service. Notes on Ammophila breviligulata (American beach grass, dune grass): American beach grass is a clump-forming perennial grass that prefers dry, sunny locations. In nature, it helps prevent soil erosion and is planted to stabilize dunes. Like European beach grass, American beach grass is used for coastal protection and inland protection along shifting sand dunes, as well as for stabilizing shoreline areas around inland bodies of water. As a perennial grass, for a perennial bed we recommend planting small groups of 2 to 5 beach grass plants to...

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