Sesleria autumnalis, commonly known as Autumn Moor Grass, is a versatile, cool-season ornamental grass that offers season-long appeal in the garden. This tufted perennial features narrow, blue-green foliage that forms dense, mounding clumps, typically reaching 18-24 inches in height. In late summer to early fall, Sesleria autumnalis produces an abundance of delicate, silvery-white flower spikes that rise above the leaf blades, creating a captivating, hazy effect. As the inflorescences mature, they transform into a soft, beige color, providing subtle contrast against the striking foliage. This resilient grass thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, even poor, soil conditions. Its compact, tidy habit makes it well-suited for edging, groundcover, and rock garden applications, as well as container plantings. Sesleria autumnalis also maintains its vibrant coloration throughout the growing season, making it a reliable and low-maintenance addition to perennial borders, naturalistic landscapes, and drought-tolerant gardens.
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