Festuca glauca Elijah Blue

Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' - Stunning Blue Foliage for Your Garden

Description:

Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' is a stunning ornamental grass that adds a touch of beauty and color to any garden. With its fine-textured, silver-blue foliage, 'Elijah Blue' creates a striking and eye-catching display. This variety is prized for its compact size and its ability to bring a sense of tranquility and charm to the landscape. Whether used as a border plant, in rock gardens, or as a contrast to other plants, 'Elijah Blue' will bring a sense of elegance and serenity to your outdoor space.

Key Features:

• Stunning silver-blue foliage creates a striking and captivating display
• Compact size, perfect for borders, rock gardens, or containers
• Adds a touch of beauty and tranquility to the garden
• Height: 8-12 inches (20-30 cm)
• Spread: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)

Maintenance:

To keep your Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' thriving and looking its best, follow these simple maintenance tips:

• Sunlight: Plant 'Elijah Blue' in a location that receives full sun. It thrives in bright light conditions and may not perform well in shady areas.
• Watering: 'Elijah Blue' is drought-tolerant once established, but regular watering is required during the first growing season. Afterward, water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry between waterings.
• Soil: 'Elijah Blue' prefers well-draining soil that is not overly fertile. It can tolerate a range of soil types, including sandy or rocky soil.
• Fertilization: 'Elijah Blue' doesn't require regular fertilization. However, you can apply a slow-release, low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring if desired.
• Pruning: Remove any dead or damaged foliage in late winter or early spring to maintain a neat appearance. Comb through the grass with your fingers to remove dead blades.
• Dividing: Every few years, you can divide 'Elijah Blue' to rejuvenate the plant and prevent overcrowding. This is best done in early spring.
• Winter Care: 'Elijah Blue' is generally hardy but may benefit from protection in colder regions. Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to insulate the roots during harsh winters.

Introduce the stunning blue foliage and tranquility of Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' to your garden and enjoy its captivating appearance. With its compact size and fine-textured foliage, 'Elijah Blue' is an excellent choice for creating a serene and beautiful outdoor sanctuary. 

Growth: 

You will see a great improvement with growth with the use of plant food, especially plants in pots.

It will give them lush foliage:

 use a slow release (once a year) feed

or a regular feed when watering 

Blood fish and bone 

Epathy After Plant All Purpose Feed

Visit Our Store in Co. Limerick or Shop Nationwide

At our garden centre in Co. Limerick, you can see the Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' in person and seek expert advice from our knowledgeable staff. Whether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, we are here to assist you in making the right choices for your garden.

Can't make it to our store? No worries! We offer nationwide delivery, so you can enjoy the beauty of the Festuca glauca 'Elijah Blue' no matter where you are in the country. Simply place your order online, and we'll take care of the rest.

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

Click & Collect

Can’t wait for delivery? Why not try our FREE Click & Collect service? Simply make your purchase online and collect it from our store located in Croagh Co. Limerick. Our staff will contact you by phone when your order is ready for collection (Please allow 24 hours minimum). When collecting your item, call the store on 069-64084. We will then load into your car as required. This service is available in-store 9am – 6pm Monday – Saturday (No collections on Sundays)

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