Bromus benekenii

RHS Plant Profile
lesser hairy brome

Synonyms

Bromopsis benekenii

Grass Like

A perennial grass that forms dense tufts up to 1.8m. It has flat, pale green leaves measuring up to 1.5cm wide with a rough texture. It produces one sided flowers or panicles held on arching stems from June to July

Position

Partial shade

Soil Types

Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1-1.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
1-1.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Neutral

Position

Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Poaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
Yes
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Tufted
Genus
Bromus can be annual or perennial grasses, tufted in habit, with panicles of nodding or erect flowering spikelets
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Africa, Europe to China

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in humus-rich but well drained soil in light, dappled shade. See Creating wildflower meadows for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by sowing seeds outdoors

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Wildflower meadow
  • Wildlife gardens

Pruning

For more information see our page on how to cut back deciduous grasses

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free