Rescuegrass

Bromus catharticus

Also known as Rescue brome, Bromus catharticus, Prairie grass, Ceratochloa submutica

Native Plants · Grass · Cool-Season · Poaceae · Erosion Control · Pasture · Fast-Growing · Groundcover · Naturalistic · Self-Seeding · Annual Grass

Rescuegrass is a vigorous, fast-growing cool-season grass that establishes quickly in a wide range of soils and partial shade conditions. It is commonly used for erosion control, pasture cover, and naturalistic plantings, requiring little fertilization or supplemental irrigation once established. Mow or cut back periodically to prevent it from spreading beyond intended areas, as it self-seeds readily.