Species Slender False Brome
green leaves

Slender False Brome

Brachypodium sylvaticum

Slender False Brome is a medium-sized grass native to Europe, western Asia, North Africa, and parts of North America. It has thin, upright stems with many fine, bent leaves. Its flower spikes form in elegant tight spikes of a green-purple hue and bloom from mid-summer to early fall. This species spreads through seeds and rhizomes, making it hard to control and very invasive in some areas. It grows best in sandy soils and can handle drought and shade. It is typically found in meadows, deciduous forests and grasslands, and even waste ground. This plant makes an excellent addition to a natural garden and provides sources of food and shelter for wildlife.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Slender False Brome should be watered approximately every 2 to 3 days. The amount of water will usually depend on the season and the internal temperature of the environment. In the spring and summer months, more frequent watering is needed and the plant should be watered deeply and thoroughly. During the fall and winter months, water less often, but still maintain a consistent watering schedule. Additionally, avoid over-watering the plant; if the soil feels overly wet or soggy, don’t add any additional water.

sunlight

Slender False Brome (Brachypodium sylvaticum) thrives in bright, direct sunlight and generally requires 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. This species of plant can do well in partial shade, but it is not ideal as it will not receive optimal growth and flower production. Slender False Brome grows best in full sun during the morning and afternoon, with some shade in the middle of the day to prevent any stress or scorching from too much direct sunlight. The area should be consistently well-lit, or the plant will become leggy and weak.

pruning

Slender False Brome (Brachypodium sylvaticum) should be pruned in late spring or early summer just as the new growth appears. Pruning should be done at the ground level or at least 10cm above the base of the foliage. Removing older, more woody stems to emphasise the foliage and keep the plant tidy. Prune any dead or diseased stems and remove any that have outgrown the required shape and size.