Luzula sylvatica 'Tauernpass' - summer leaves

Luzula sylvatica 'Tauernpass'

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(Greater Wood-Rush) Luzula sylvatica 'Tauernpass' is a handsome low, broad-leaf grass with lush dark green leaves and small flower spikes in summer once established.

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A handsome low, broad-leaf grass with lush dark green summer leaves and small flower spikes in summer once established.

Luzula sylvatica 'Tauernpass' is an excellent choice for a position in partial or even heavy shade and does very well as ground cover under larger shrubs or trees in dappled light.

Position: light, dappled shade, partial shade or heavy shade.
Soil: Moist fertile soil. (avoid waterlogged areas)
Hardiness: Hardy.
Rate of Growth: Moderate.
Habit: Luzula sylvatica 'Tauernpass' is spreading groundcover grass.
- Height: 30 - 50 cm (1 - 2 ft)
- Spread: 60 cm (2 ft)

How Much Sun: Light Shade, Shade
Eventual Size: Ground Cover, Grass - Small (less than 1m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Suitable for Containers, Flowers in Summer

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