California Melic Grass, California Melicgrass
Melica californica (California Melic Grass) is a cool-season bunchgrass with narrow, bright green leaves in winter and spring, turning golden brown by summer. Pretty flower spikes with translucent, papery bracts rise above the clump of basal foliage in spring to late summer. The flower clusters are attractive even after this perennial grass has gone dormant in late summer or fall. Native to Oregon and California, California Melic Grass can be found in many types of habitats, from mountain forests to open grassland at sea level. Its deep root system and drought tolerance makes it a good choice for slope stabilization. Great for water-wise gardens or dry shade gardens too.
| Hardiness |
6 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 5, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Ornamental Grasses |
| Plant Family | Poaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1' - 4' (30cm - 120cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Native Plants | California, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, United States |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
| Hardiness |
6 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 5, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Ornamental Grasses |
| Plant Family | Poaceae |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
1' - 4' (30cm - 120cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Showy |
| Native Plants | California, Oregon, Pacific Northwest, United States |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Dry Soil |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Banks And Slopes, Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |
How many Melica californica (California Melic Grass) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Melica californica (California Melic Grass) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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