Green bristle-grass

Setaria viridis

Also known as Setaria purpurascens, Setaria depressa, Setaria comosa var. pilosa, Setaria viridis f. arenosa

Native Plants · Ornamental Grass · Annual Grass · Wildlife Grass · Seed Heads · Naturalistic · Meadow · Low Maintenance · Bird Food · Forage Grass

Green bristle-grass is a vigorous annual or short-lived perennial grass that grows readily in disturbed soils, meadows, and garden borders with minimal care. It tolerates a wide range of conditions and requires very little supplemental watering outside of prolonged dry spells. Its bristly seed heads provide food for seed-eating birds and add textural interest to naturalistic plantings.