Overview

Bromus pectinatus is a tufted, clump-forming grass in the genus Bromus, part of the Poaceae family, with linear, narrow leaves foliage. Bromus pectinatus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include meadows, grasslands and erosion control.

About

Bromus pectinatus is a tufted, clump-forming grass cultivar within the Bromus genus, which includes both annual and perennial grasses growing in tufts with flowering spikelets in panicles. This cultivar features linear, narrow leaves and thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered sites. It prefers well-drained, neutral loam soils and is hardy to UK zone H5. Suitable for meadows, grasslands, and erosion control, it is best planted in well-drained soil and cut back in late winter. Interest is primarily in spring and summer, with propagation by seed or division.

About the genus

Bromus is a large genus of grasses, classified in its own tribe Bromeae. They are commonly known as bromes, brome grasses, cheat grasses, or chess grasses. Estimates in the scientific literature of the number of species have ranged from 100 to 400, but plant taxonomists currently recognize around 160–170 species.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Bromus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Bromus pectinatus size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Grass

Habit

Tufted, clump-forming

Foliage

Linear, narrow leaves

Suggested uses

Meadows, grasslands, erosion control

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Bromus pectinatus

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-resistant

Disease resistance

Generally disease-resistant

Frequently asked questions