Milium effusum Aureum - Bowles' golden grass
Milium effusum Aureum is a low-growing, semi evergreen grass that prefers moist, shady sites. Plants form a dense mound of beautiful bright yellow foliage in spring, bearing short spikes of green flowers in early summer. A superb companion to spring flowering bulbs of all kinds, it also works well intermingling with Hostas or Ferns.
Site: Sheltered
Position: Part shade
Soil: Humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil
Flowering Period: May to July
Hardiness: Hardy
Size: Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 30cm (12")