Overview
Melica transsilvanica is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Melica, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Melica transsilvanica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Melica transsilvanica is a clump-forming grass cultivar in the Poaceae family, known for its deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various aspects including north, east, and west-facing positions. This cultivar tolerates a wide range of soil types such as chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and can grow in acid, alkaline, or neutral pH soils. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained conditions and is hardy to UK zone H6. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, flower borders, and low-maintenance areas, it can be propagated by seed or division.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Melica
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Melica transsilvanica size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Melica transsilvanica
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Melica transsilvanica?
Melica transsilvanica prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Melica transsilvanica need?
Melica transsilvanica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Melica transsilvanica hardy in the UK?
Melica transsilvanica has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Melica transsilvanica?
Seed, Division.
More in the Melica genus
- Melica altissima 'Alba'Siberian melic 'Alba'
- Melica transsilvanica 'Red Spire'
- Melica uniflora 'Alba'Wood Melick
- Melica uniflora 'Variegata' (v)