Briza maxima

Briza maxima 

greater quaking grass

A lovely short grass producing stems to around 50cm tall with small pendent heads of green flowers which turn brown with age. 

Sow: Spring, or autumn.

How: Sow either in seed trays & prick out, or sow where they are to flower outside, 5mm deep covered with a fine layer of mix or soil.

Germination takes 2 -3 weeks.

Plant Where: Full sun

Spacing: Transplant to 15cm – 20cm spacings.

Height: 50cm

Growing Tips: Will self-sow if left in.

Great for picking fresh, or for drying.