The unique form and texture of the seed head makes this grass a showstopping addition to any border or meadow garden. Bottlebrush grass forms clumps and will seed around in favorable conditions. It is one of the most shade tolerant grasses native to the northeast and is resistant to deer.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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Ornamental Interest
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Fall Bloom |
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Winter Interest and/or Evergreen |
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Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Butterflies |
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Host Plant |
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Attracts Songbirds |
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Tolerance
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Drought Tolerant |
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Additional Attributes
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Landscape Use
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Meadow garden |
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Naturalize |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Orange to Brown Fall Foliage |
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Growth Habit
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