Tall Oatgrass

Arrhenatherum elatius (L.) P. Beauv. ex J. Presl & C. Presl - Grass family

Size

Mature Height: Up to around 4.0 feet

Plant Type: Graminoid

Root Depth: 14 inches

Growth Form: Bunch

Growth Rate: Moderate

Features

Flower Color: Yellow

Conspicuous Flowers: No

Bloom Time: Early Summer

Seasonal Growth: Spring

Evergreen: No

Fall Colors: No

Conditions

Shade Tolerance: Intermediate

Clay Soil Tolerance: Yes

Sandy Soil Tolerance: Yes

Drought Tolerance: Medium

Flood Tolerance: None

Fire Tolerance: High

Salt Tolerance: Medium