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California Native Plant

Leymus condensatus 'Canyon Prince'

Canyon Prince Island Wild Rye

Plant photo of: Leymus condensatus 'Canyon Prince'
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: West/Sortomme

 

Description

One of the best known and utilized native grass selections in Southern CA. Beautiful blue-grey foliage that spreads to 3'-4' or more. It will reach a height of 2'-3'. Flowers rarely. It does spread by rhizomes although not as vigorously as some closely related species. Can be extremely drought tolerant and care must be taken not to over water this species as it can rot from the center. Otherwise, it is carefree and requires virtually no maintenance.

 

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green, Grey

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.