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Hierochloe odorata

Also Known As

Buffalo Grass
Holy Grass
Seneca Grass
Sweetgrass
Vanilla Grass
Zebrovka

Plant type

perennial, grass / grass like, herb

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 15"-24"

planting zones

3a-7b

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Hierochloe odorata plant details

Hierochloe odorata is a deciduous perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) or herb with green foliage. In summer tan flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hierochloe odorata

Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) or herb
Plant family: poaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hierochloe odorata

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Perhaps the most fragrant of all hardy grasses? (Grounds), this 1-2' rapidly spreading grass was once used to scatter on floors and to ?induce sleep?; hung in clumps over ?wannabe? sleepers. S/M-D/room to spread

By: Forestfarm

Grow your own smudging material! This wonderfully aromatic grass was used by American Indians in sacred ceremonies. It is a popular ingredient in peace and healing rituals and burned to clear an area of negative energy. Unless you want your own prairie of sweetgrass, consider a large pot to confine it. Sun to light shade, avg moisture, 18-24” tall, lush growth. Z3

By: Secret Garden Growers

This grass is considered sacred and used in Native American ceremonies; braided and burned as a 'smudge' to purify body and soul. The glossy leaves have a pleasant vanilla fragrance. Requires a moist rich soil in full sun. Creeps slowly by rhizomes to form a patch. Zones 3 - 7.