Planting Blue Dune Lyme Grass on the Virginia Coast

Blue dune lyme grass (Leymus arenarius 'Blue Dune') can be planted now on the Virginia coast if no frost is expected for 30 days. Plant in morning, mulch to keep roots cool, side-dress with composted manure, and water deeply. Water weekly if rain is inconsistent. This salt-tolerant grass establishes quickly in coastal conditions.