Overview

Trisetum subalpestre is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Trisetum, part of the Poaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Trisetum subalpestre grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental grass and meadow planting.

About

Trisetum subalpestre is a clump-forming deciduous grass belonging to the genus Trisetum in the Poaceae family. It thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. This ornamental grass is suitable for meadow planting and is hardy to UK zone H5. It is best propagated by seed or division and provides interest during the spring and summer seasons.

About the genus

Trisetum is a genus of plants in the grass family, widespread in temperate, subarctic, and alpine habitats in much of the world. Oatgrass is a common name for plants in this genus.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Trisetum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Trisetum subalpestre size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Clump forming

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Ornamental grass, meadow planting

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Trisetum subalpestre

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions