About
Milium effusum, wood millet, is a clump-forming annual or perennial grass to 1.5 m native to moist woodland producing flat, broadly linear, soft-green leaves and lax, open panicles of tiny, glistening spikelets in summer. An elegant and ornamental native woodland grass for a shaded, moist border.
About the genus
Milium are annual or perennial grasses producing flat, broadly linear leaves and lax, open panicles of small spikelets in summer. Grown in moist, shaded or sunny positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, prairie planting, containers.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun. Cut back in late winter.
PruningCut old growth to the base in late winter before new shoots emerge.
PropagationDivide established clumps in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.