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Briza media


Quaking Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.060.100


A delightful grass with a low to medium habit. Short clumps of deep-green leaves bear upright stems of delicate heart-shaped greenish-purple spikes in late spring and early summer. Excellent for cutting, fresh or dried. Foliage remains evergreen in mild regions. Versatile in the garden, tolerating most soils. Combines especially well with heath and heathers or dwarf conifers. Trim back in August to tidy up the clump and rejuvenate the foliage. Clumps are easily divided in fall or early spring. Drought tolerant once established. Cool-season.

Further details for
Briza media

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Green
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Large
Height
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Briza media


Quaking Grass

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 8.060.100


A delightful grass with a low to medium habit. Short clumps of deep-green leaves bear upright stems of delicate heart-shaped greenish-purple spikes in late spring and early summer. Excellent for cutting, fresh or dried. Foliage remains evergreen in mild regions. Versatile in the garden, tolerating most soils. Combines especially well with heath and heathers or dwarf conifers. Trim back in August to tidy up the clump and rejuvenate the foliage. Clumps are easily divided in fall or early spring. Drought tolerant once established. Cool-season.

Further details for
Briza media

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Green
  Mauve/Lilac
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Dried Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Evergreen
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Large
Height
   30-60 cm
   12-23 inches
Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.