Silky or Downy Wild Rye (Elymus villosus)
Perennial grass
Blooms: July
Height: 3-4 feet
Light: Part sun to part shade
Soil Moisture: Medium to slightly Dry
Water Use: Low , Medium
Hardiness Zone: 3-8 (click here to find your plant hardiness zone)
This cool weather, woodland grass grows in spring and fall. Blue-green foliage and nodding, bristly inflorescence create a beautiful accent in the garden.
Silky Wild Rye : provides nesting materials/structure and cover for native bees, birds
