Danthonia californica
Also Known As
- California Oatgrass
Plant type
perennial, grass / grass like
size
- H: 1'-3'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Danthonia californica plant details
Danthonia californica is a semi-evergreen perennial grass (or grassy in appearance) with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Danthonia californica
- Plant type: perennial grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: poaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
- Uses: xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Danthonia californica
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This western native (mountains to coast) bunchgrass forms tufts 1-3' tall and stays green all year with small purple-tinted flowers; a "stress tolerator", it can be walked on ;, once established, requires little summer water. Sun-PSh/Med-D
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Danthonia californica plant
How to Grow Danthonia californica
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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