Plant type

Perennial grass

Height & spread

60-90cm x 30cm

Wildlife benefit

Bird (seed) plant

  • Commonly found in dry meadows, especially on chalky soils.
  • A native grass.
  • Flowers June-August.
  • Very attractive pendent, heart-shaped flower heads.
  • Seed eaten by Finches, Greenfinch, House Sparrow, Linnet and Yellowhammer.