
False barley
Hordeum murinum
False barley is a tough, adaptable grass that grows well in a variety of soil conditions with little intervention. It prefers a position in full sun to partial shade and needs only occasional watering once established. It is best suited for naturalistic plantings, meadows, or wildflower gardens.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Lightly To Maintain Slight Moisture; Tolerates Short Dry Spells Once Established
Soil pH
7.5 – 8
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 1, 2018 by 1 (cc-by-sa)
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