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Shortspike Canarygrass

Phalarisbrachystachys

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Family
Poaceae (poh-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Phalaris (FAL-ah-ris)
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Species
brachystachys (brak-ee-STAY-kiss)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing

Unknown - Tell us

Hardiness

Unknown - Tell us

Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Ornamental Grasses and Bamboo
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Portland, Maine

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