Where to plant in my garden?
An attractive grass to add interest to a mini meadow.
Individual plants are short-lived, so allow it to self-seed.
Avoid drought-prone or waterlogged sites.
Flowers: April-June
Habitat: Pastures and meadows
Height: 30-50cm
Growth Type: Perennial
Position: Full sun
Soil Preference: Neutral to acidic
Sweet Vernal Grass
£2.50Price
Anthoxanthum odoratum
Jumbo plug plant (70cc)
An attractive perennial grass which is one of the first grasses to flower.
Smells strongly of new-mown hay when crushed or dried.
Food plant for the larvae of butterflies in the brown and skipper families.
Advised to plant in informal groups, to encourage recognition and attract insects.