Helictochloa bromoides

Helictochloa bromoides

Also known as Avena pratensis var. subspicata, Arrhenatherum bromoides, Avena bromoides, Avena bromoides subsp. gouanii

Native Plants · Ornamental Grass · Mediterranean · Perennial Grass · Low Maintenance · Naturalistic · Poaceae · Gravel Garden · Drought Tolerant · Wildlife

Helictochloa bromoides is a graceful ornamental grass native to western Mediterranean regions that tolerates a range of light conditions from full sun to partial shade. It requires minimal care once established — simply water regularly during dry spells and cut back old foliage in late winter. It works beautifully in naturalistic plantings and gravel gardens.