Species Hairy Wood Brome
light-green spikelets with lime-green leaves and stems

Hairy Wood Brome

Bromus pubescens

Also Known As - Common Eastern Brome,Hairy Woodland Brome,Hairy Woodland Brome
Hairy Wood Brome (Bromus pubescens) is a perennial grass native to the meadows and pastures of Europe and western Asia. It grows in tight clumps and has tall, erect stems that are covered with small hairs. The oval-shaped leaves are narrow and folded in the middle with edges that are rough to the touch. The flower heads of this species are typically borne in small clusters at the top of the stems and are made up of a few spikelets in shades of green and brown. Hairy Wood Brome prefers moist, sunny areas and is best planted in sandy or clay soils. It is an attractive, low-maintenance ornamental grass with good drought tolerant qualities and in late summer produces an abundance of small seeds.

Watering:

Average

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Flowers

Sun:

full sun

Soil:

Sand, Loam

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,yellow

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Pacific Brome (Bromus pacificus) is a drought tolerant grass and does well in medium to low water conditions. It should be watered infrequently, but deeply when it is needed. During the hot summer months, watering every 3 to 5 days should suffice, but frequency should be reduced during the cooler months. When watering this species, make sure the soil is completely saturated so that the water reaches the roots of the plant. After watering, check the soil beneath the surface to make sure it is still moist before watering again.

sunlight

Pacific Brome (Bromus pacificus) is a species of grass that thrives in full sun. It requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day in order to grow and thrive. It prefers full sun, but can tolerate partial sun if necessary. It should be planted in an area that receives direct sunlight for most of the day, with a minimum of 4-6 hours directly in the sun. During the hottest months of summer, it may need protection from the midday sun, in which case it should receive morning or late afternoon sun in order to beware of sunburn.

pruning

Pacific Brome (Bromus pacificus) should be pruned in early spring. Prune the dead or damaged branches first before moving on to any others. When done, the plant should be shaped to help encourage further new growth and spread. When pruning, always be sure to use sharp, clean shears or pruners to get a clean cut and prevent seeping of sap. To promote a good shape, make sure to only remove 1/3 of the total growth each year. This will help ensure a healthy plant and help grow a strong, bushy plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
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Aug
Starts Flowering

Harvest Fruit

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