Festuca valesiaca 'Silbersee'

Wallis Fescue 'Silbersee' is a compactly clump-forming and cushion-forming ornamental grass. It typically reaches a height of 0.2 - 0.3 m and grows to about 0.25 - 0.4 m wide.

The evergreen leaves of Wallis Fescue 'Silbersee' are very fine, wiry, and boast a striking silvery-blue coloration. This color remains throughout the year, adding significant ornamental value to the plant.

The delicate, inconspicuous flower panicles appear from June to July. They are initially greenish and then take on a silvery-brown hue. They are less prominent than the foliage.

Festuca valesiaca 'Silbersee' is a shallow-rooted plant that forms a dense, fibrous root system.

Preferred location in full sun. Direct sunlight intensifies the blue coloration of the foliage.

Wallis Fescue 'Silbersee' exhibits very good frost hardiness (down to approx. -35°C).

Dry to moderately dry, well-drained, mineral, nutrient-poor, and neutral to calcareous soil is preferred. Waterlogging must be strictly avoided, as it can lead to root rot.

Rock gardens, gravel gardens, green roofs, trough plantings, as ground cover in full sun areas, front of borders, edging. It is an excellent choice for low-maintenance and drought-tolerant garden designs, especially in Mediterranean or prairie-style gardens.

The plant has a low water requirement. Once established, it is extremely drought-tolerant and can thrive in prolonged dry periods without additional watering.

Pruning of spent flower stalks is possible to maintain a tidy appearance. The foliage itself should only be combed or cleaned in early spring to remove dead blades and preserve its beautiful color. Fertilization is generally not necessary.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen or during summer heat (above 30°C). However, the best planting time is spring or autumn.