Milium effusum ‘Aureum’
Golden Wood Millet |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 8.265.050
Not often seen in gardens, this is a low-growing grass that prefers moist, shady sites. Plants form a dense mound of beautiful chartreuse-yellow foliage in spring, bearing short spikes of green flowers in early summer. A superb companion to spring flowering bulbs of all kinds, also intermingling well with Hostas or ferns. In warm regions this often will go dormant during the summer, so site carefully. Seedlings that appear are usually true. Clumps may also be divided in early spring.
Further details for Milium effusum ‘Aureum’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Partial Shade
Soil Type Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Green
Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Chartreuse Yellow
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Edging Waterside Woodland
Flower Head Size Small
Height 30-40 cm 12-16 inches
Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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