Botanical profile

Hordeum jubatum

Latin name
Hordeum jubatum
Common name
Haretail barley
Family
Poaceae

Native grass. Light, drooping panicles form magnificent, silky spikelets that are pale green and turn beige. The inflorescences appear in early summer.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
3
Exposure
Sun
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
June-July
Flower color
Pale green turning purplish pink then golden beige
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
24" (61.0 cm)
Width
10" (25.5 cm)

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