Snowy woodrush is a great woodlander and has many seasons of interest. The thin arching blades on this clump forming plant are softly veiled in white hairs that gives a softness to the clump. To 10″ tall and as wide in a season. In late summer 2′ tall spikes appear and produce snowy white flowers. They sway in the breeze. A mass planting of this in bloom is magical. Rich, moisture retentive soil that drains in part shade to shade. Takes sun with regular water but nothing hot. Excellent long lived perennial. Can self sow when very happy. The hairy seedlings are easy to spot and move- or give away.
Luzula nivea
Family: Cyperaceae Genus: Luzula
Plant type: Grass or Grass-like, Herbaceous perennial
Biomes/Growing conditions: Oregon Coast
Sun exposure: Part Shade, Shade
USDA Hardiness zone: Zn4b -20º to -25ºF
Foliage color: Light Green
Foliage season: Winter Deciduous