Landscape Alternatives
Similar to Bromus sterilis L.
Andropogon ternarius Michx.
Splitbeard Bluestem
This fine-leaved, perennial bunchgrass grows well in well-drained sandy or gravel soil. It’s notable for its silver-white seed tufts that are attractive in full sun.
Calamagrostis canadensis (Michx.) P.Beauv.
Bluejoint Grass
This perennial grass grows in clumps to a height of 3-5 feet (1-1.5 m) and has attractive purplish inflorescences when in flower and turns tan later in the season. The grass holds stalks through the winter.
Chasmanthium latifolium (Michx.) Yates
River Oats, Spangle Grass, Broadleaf Woodoats
This perennial grass grows 2-4 feet (0.6-1.2 m) in height and is known for its large, drooping oat-like flower spikelets in the fall. Its leaves are a blue-green color and is popular as a low-maintenance shade grass.