Overview
Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida is a tufted grass like in the genus Luzula, part of the Juncaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida grows best in full shade and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and low maintenance.
About
Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida, a cultivar of the common woodrush, is an evergreen, grass-like perennial within the Juncaceae family. It forms a tufted habit with flat, linear foliage and produces small brown flowers in loose or compact clusters during spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in moist but well-drained, fertile soils ranging from clay to sand, and tolerates a wide pH range. Suitable for shaded to partially shaded sites with various aspects and exposures, it is hardy to UK zone H7 and is ideal for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and wildlife-friendly, low-maintenance planting schemes.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Luzula
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Grass Like
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida
- Propagation
- Division in late spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida?
Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida prefers full shade and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida need?
Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida hardy in the UK?
Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Luzula multiflora subsp. frigida?
Division in late spring.
