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Elymus hystrix

Bottlebrush grass


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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Height: 3-5 Feet
Spread: 12-24 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-7


Bloom Color: Green

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Part Shade
Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Ecoregion
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
Ornamental Interest
Fall Bloom
Winter Interest and/or Evergreen
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Host Plant
Attracts Songbirds
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Drought Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Meadow garden
Naturalize
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Orange to Brown Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


Cole Campbell (c) Native Plant Trust
Cole Campbell (c) Native Plant Trust