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Quaking Grass
Briza media

Poaceae (Graminae)

Thin-leaves grass with open panicles of loose spikelets that shake in a light breeze.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: ornamental grasses

Propagation: division

Light Requirement: high

Flower Color: Beige

Blooming Period: summer fall

Height: 2'

Width: 1'

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: very high

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Do not overfertilize; excellent for dried arrangements. This plant does well in hot locations and poor soils.

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