I bleach out the dark bits, and then make the light bits a softer-looking dove grey.

The fine green leaves grow in tufts, producing silky seedheads that bleach out from early summer.

Best planted in partial or dappled shade because the colour can bleach out in full sun.

But it wasn't, they got bleach out.

If you clean too thoroughly or use a commercial process, it will bleach out patina and character.