Foxtail barley

Hordeum jubatum

Also known as Squirreltail barley, Wild barley, Mouse barley, Hordeum pubiflorum var. pampeanum

Native Plants · Ornamental-Grass · Foxtail · Seed-Heads · Meadow · Full-Sun · Low-Maintenance · Wildlife · Prairie · Perennial · Texture

Foxtail barley is an ornamental grass prized for its feathery, fox-tail-like seed heads that add dramatic texture to borders and meadow gardens. It thrives in full sun with average to dry soils and requires very little care once established. Note that the barbed awns on seed heads can be irritating to pets and should be planted away from pet play areas.