Plant Type: Herbaceous
Climate Zones: Zone 6, Zone 7
Light Levels: Full Sun, Part Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Maintenance Needs: Low
Season of Interest: Summer
Average Height: 18-24"
Soil Type: Drought Tolerant
Soil pH: Neutral
Soil Drainage: Well-Drained
Tolerances: Drought Tolerant, Salt Tolerant
Native Plants: Near Native
Colors: Green
Other: Winter Interest
Elymus halophilus, commonly known as salt marsh grass, is a hardy perennial grass that thrives in well-drained soils and full sun. Reaching heights of 2-3 feet, it is excellent for stabilizing sandy or disturbed soils and is particularly tolerant of salt, making it suitable for coastal landscapes.
Elymus halophilus, commonly known as salt marsh grass, is a hardy perennial grass that thrives in well-drained soils and full sun. Reaching heights of 2-3 feet, it is excellent for stabilizing sandy or disturbed soils and is particularly tolerant of salt, making it suitable for coastal landscapes.