Plant Description
Koeleria macrantha
A showy, seasonal, ornamental grass with gray/green leaves that can grow between 1 and 4 feet tall. It does well in full and partial sun and prefers well drained, moist soil.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height | 4 ft |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Moist to moderately dry |
| Drought Tolerance | High |
| Deer Browse | Yes |
| Wildlife Value | |
| Resprout Ability | High potential to resprout after wildfire or cutting |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 3-9 |
| Habitat Type | Prairie |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Clade | Monocots |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Poaceae |
| Genus | Koeleria |
| Species | K. macrantha |
