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Bottlebrush Grass

Hystrix patula

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Type

Trees, Shrubs, & Vines

Forbs & Flowers

Grasses, Sedges, & Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Land Use

Obligate Wetland Plant almost always occurs in wetlands.

Facultative Wetland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Facultative Plant occurs both in wetlands and in non-wetlands.

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in wetlands but may occur in non-wetlands.

Obligate Upland Plant almost always occurs in non-wetlands.

This very adaptable grass will grow in full sun or full shade and in moist or dry conditions. Bottlebrush Grass spreads primarily by re-seeding itself and may form small colonies of several plants. May become aggressive and require weeding to prevent its spread. Cut back in late winter or early spring. Can be used for erosion control. Food source for many types of caterpillars. Attracts birds and butterflies.

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Details

Plant Type

Grasses, Sedges, and Rushes

Conditions

Sun

Shade

Wet

Dry

Native to Kentucky?

Native to Kentucky

Land Use

Facultative Upland Usually occurs in non-wetlands but may occur in wetlands.

Project Uses

Bioswale / Rain Garden / Green Dry Basin

Riparian Restoration

Upland Restoration

Urban / Tree Box

Tendency to Spread

Medium

Height (ft)

3-5

Flower Color

Green

Fall Showy?

Yes

Flowering Time

June-Aug

Salinity Tolerance

Low Tolerance