About
An ornamental grass, reaching 30-150cm, with fountain-like habit. It bears ornamental plumes in cream. 'Jackdaw' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Holcus can be annual or rhizomatous perennial grasses, with soft, linear leaves and dense, pale green or pinkish flowering panicles in summer
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationWell-drained soil, full sun
PruningCut back late winter
PropagationDivide in spring
Pest resistancePest-free
Disease resistanceRust possible