Luzula sylvatica
Greater woodrush

• Hardiness: USDA Zone 5.
• Water use: Moderate to low.
• Light: Partial to full shade.
• Size: Plant without flowers is about 12 inches tall and 18 inches wide; in flower, plant is about 24 inches tall.
• Plant habit: Evergreen, low groundcover which spreads slowly by short runners.

 

 



• Leaves: Lush, deep green, arching leaves are up to 1/2 inch wide and 12 inches long.
• Season of bloom: Spring.
• Culture: Good choice for dry shade.
• Maintenance: Old flowers may be cut off after bloom. If the seed stalks are left on the plant, they will provide interesting winter appearance and a source of new plants.
• Pests/Diseases: Insect- and disease-free.
• Other: Coarse leaves and attractive form provide a nice contrast to other perennials.
• Cultivars:
• 'Aurea' - leaves are chartreuse; this cultivar is not as cold-tolerant as others.
• 'Variegata' - leaves have very thin, creamy-white edge.