Luzula sylvatica 'Solar Flair' | greater wood-rush

This plant lights up the shade garden with its golden to chartreuse grassy foliage. Interesting flowers held on arching stems differentiate this beauty from other golden grasses. Best used en masse. Easy to grow in moist to average soil in part shade. Will tolerate some drought once established.

Zones: 5 to 8
Family: Juncaceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 12 to 18 in.
Spread: 12 to 18 in.
Exposure: part-shade, shade
Soil Conditions: average, humus rich, fertile
Bloom Time: April to June
Bloom Color: Straw-colored
Native Range: Europe and southwest Asia