Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Melica

Species:

Melica smithii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Green, Brown

Native Range

United States: Idaho, Michigan, Montana, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny locations