Hystrix patula - Bottlebrush Grass

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This native perennial grass works well in any prairie planting or garden setting. It thrives in full sun to heavy shade and gets its name from the seed heads that look like bottle brushes.

A taller grass, this reaches heights anywhere from 3 to 6 feet and produces blooms anywhere from June through August.

Flower Color: Green

Height: 3 to 6 Feet

Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Soil Hydrology: Dry to Moist Soils

Bloom Time: June through August

Plant Type: Perennial

Attracts: Butterflies

Host Plant: Northern Pearly Eye