Species Northern Awnless Brome
lime-pink spikelets on lime stems

Northern Awnless Brome

Bromus pumpellianus

Also Known As - Northern Brome
Northern Awnless Brome (Bromus pumpellianus) is a native perennial grass species, found in grasslands, meadows, forests, hillsides, and open woodlands in North America. It has narrow, upright, dark green foliage with a fine texture and wavy edges. The seed-heads form a large, nodding panicle. Its drooping seed-heads are attractive in the summer landscape and provide a food source for birds. Northern Awnless Brome is a low maintenance species, requiring little in the way of water and fertilizer. Its ability to thrive in dry soils makes it a good choice for areas with little rainfall. It is a hardy variety, unable to withstand severe temperatures, and is best grown in full to partial sun.

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

brown,tan Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Thorny:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Northern awnless brome (Bromus pumpellianus) should be watered deeply and often during the first growing season to help the plant become established. After the initial planting, water once every 7-10 days, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. During hot, dry weather, water may be needed more often. To conserve water, apply a layer of mulch around the plant. Reduce watering during the winter months. Take care not to over water, as this may lead to root rot.

sunlight

Northern Awnless Brome (Bromus pumpellianus) is a native perennial grass that prefers full sunlight to partial shade. The plant's ideal sun exposure is 8 to 10 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and optimal conditions. During periods of extreme drought, shade may be beneficial to avoid scorching of the foliage. Generally, Northern Awnless Brome is adapted to moderate temperatures and will thrive in temperate climates regardless of season.

pruning

When it comes to pruning Northern Awnless Brome (Bromus pumpellianus), the best approach is to prune in the late fall or early winter. This should be done before the new growth begins in the spring. Start by removing dead or damaged stems, and trim away excess foliage. Doing so will help promote healthier growth, while keeping the plant in shape. At the same time, be careful not to prune too much of the foliage as this can damage the plant. Choose 1 or 2 main stems to keep, and adjust the other branches accordingly.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Northern Awnless Brome typically starts flowering in May.

Harvest Fruit

The best time to start harvesting the fruits from the species Bromus pumpellianus, also known as Northern Awnless Brome, is typically in July or August.