✅ Pet-friendlyPerennial, remaining green all year round.30 to 60 cm
LightFull sun
WaterLow
DifficultyEasy
ColdWithstands light frosts down to minus 5 degrees Celsius.
Full sunLowEasyWithstands light frosts down to minus 5 degrees Celsius.
Description & origin
Silky Spike Melic is an ornamental grass known for its delicate and elegant flower spikes. Ideal for Mediterranean gardens, it is hardy and easy to care for.
Size
Maintains a compact and elegant form.
Foliage
Evergreen foliage that remains green throughout the year.
Flowering
Blooms in summer with delicate white spikes.
Detailed care
Light
Prefers full sun for optimal growth.
Soil
Adapts to well-drained and nutrient-poor soils.
Watering
Requires low watering, tolerates drought well.
Temperature
Tolerates cold well but prefers temperate climates.
Fertilising
Does not require frequent fertilization, only once a year in spring.
Repotting
Transplant in spring or autumn, avoiding extreme heat periods.
Pruning
Can be pruned at the end of winter to stimulate new growth.
Propagation
Easily propagated by division in spring.
Common problems
Overwatering
Can cause root rot if the soil does not drain well.
Pests
May be attacked by aphids in humid conditions.
Poor soil
Although it tolerates poor soils, extremely poor soil can limit growth.
Uses & curiosities
In the garden
- Ornamental
- Floral arrangements
- Mediterranean gardens
Other uses
Used in dried floral arrangements.
Did you know…
This plant is often used in dried floral arrangements due to its durability.