Indian Ricegrass

Achnatherum hymenoides

Cool-season bunchgrass that has gorgeous, airy seedheads. At home in dry, sage/Juniper uplands, shrublands, and Ponderosa forests. Can grow in moist soils as well. Highly drought-tolerant once established.

Plant Details

Native Range: Native to western CO and western US
Height: 1-2 feet
Spacing: 18”-24”
Water Needs: Low
Soil: Coarse or loamy, well-drained
Sunlight: Full sun
Bloom Time: May – June
USDA Zone: 3-7
Life Cycle: Perennial

Shipping

Pick up, shipping, and delivery options available. We can ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. except Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington, or Wyoming due to state regulations regarding agricultural imports.

Image Credit:
Achnatherum hymenoides-5-19-05.jpg | Thayne Tuason | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0
Oryzopsis hymenoides (Indian ricegrass) 3 (24013611071).jpg | James St. John | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0