Danthonia californica

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California oatgrass

California oatgrass is a clumping nearly evergreen native perennial bunch grass with a dense tuft of short flattened green leaves. Space 12″ apart.

Great addition to a native lawn or planted in between pavers as it can withstand being trampled upon

A good, basic grass for the lowland meadow or rock garden.

Lifeform: Grass

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant

Ecological Value

It is commonly recommended for revegetation, wildlife plantings, and restoration of oak savannas, transitional wetlands, and grasslands.

Container

1-Gal-O, D-16O, Stub-O, 1-GalS-o, D-16, Stub, StubS

Historical Uses

No Historical Uses found.

Distribution

Western North America from California to Saskatchewan, and Chile.

Elevation

Between 500-7,000'

Communities
Habitat

Grasslands and coastal prairies, usually found in transition areas between wet and dry places.