Elymus hystrix- Bottlebrush Grass Size:ELYHYS-#1 seed pods form and often

seed pods form and often persist through the winter

Compass Plant  was a standout staple of the tallgrass prairie that once covered what is now the state of Illinois

Height: 9 ft

The leaves turn a striking coppery-red color after the first frost and this color persists through the winter along with the plant’s upright form and stature

Elymus hystrix- Bottlebrush Grass Size:ELYHYS-#1 seed pods form and oftenBottlebrush Grass gets its name from its distinctive, elegant seed heads that reach heights of 3ft in mid summer, adding texture and visual interest to shaded gardens. It does well in all but the wettest areas, is drought tolerant once established and aids in soil stabilization with its deep root system. Its seeds provide food for birds and small mammals. Sun: Partial, Shade Soil: Medium, Medium Dry Bloom Time: June, July, August Height: 3 ft