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Yorkshire fog

Yorkshire fog

Holcus lanatus

grass☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 4bZone 9b

Yorkshire fog is a vigorous perennial grass with soft, hairy foliage that tolerates a wide range of conditions. It is commonly found in pastures and meadows and spreads readily in cool, moist climates.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
fast
Size
1.5–3.3′ tall
Dormancy
semi-evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 4bZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 4b to Zone 9b

pH Range

47
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4 to 7

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native Range

European

Function & Care

biomass/mulcherosion controlpollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed