Briza media - QUAKING GRASS (for cooler areas)
Clump-forming grass with ornamental dangling spikelets arranged in loose panicles.
(they start green with a hint of purple and fade to tan color).
The flowers move in a slight breeze and are excellent dry flowers!
Cool season grass that prefers somewhat cooler growing conditions (not suitable for deep south).
Low maintenance longer-lived plant, the only care - cutting it back after flowering for new growth (+ spring clean-up).
Blooming Time: spring to early summer
Size: 2-3' tall x 1-1.5' wide
USDA Zones: 4-8
Culture: full sun, average soils with average moisture
Moisture Needs: medium (average)
Origin: Eurasia
Deer/Rabbit Resistant: yes/yes
Attracts Butterflies or Pollinators: no
Attracts Hummingbirds: no
Pot Size: 3.5" x 4" perennial pot (1.22 pt/580 ml)
Picture copyright: US Perennials
Plant combinations: Cottage garden, sunny beds. Cut flower garden; excellent dry flowers for dry flower arrangements. Can be combined with many common perennials.
Briza media - QUAKING GRASS (for cooler areas)
Clump-forming grass with ornamental dangling spikelets arranged in loose panicles.
(they start green with a hint of purple and fade to tan color).
The flowers move in a slight breeze and are excellent dry flowers!
Cool season grass that prefers somewhat cooler growing conditions (not suitable for deep south).
Low maintenance longer-lived plant, the only care - cutting it back after flowering for new growth (+ spring clean-up).
Blooming Time: spring to early summer
Size: 2-3' tall x 1-1.5' wide
USDA Zones: 4-8
Culture: full sun, average soils with average moisture
Moisture Needs: medium (average)
Origin: Eurasia
Deer/Rabbit Resistant: yes/yes
Attracts Butterflies or Pollinators: no
Attracts Hummingbirds: no
Pot Size: 3.5" x 4" perennial pot (1.22 pt/580 ml)
Picture copyright: US Perennials
Plant combinations: Cottage garden, sunny beds. Cut flower garden; excellent dry flowers for dry flower arrangements. Can be combined with many common perennials.