Eastern Needlegrass (Piptochaetium Avenaceum) is a perennial grass in the Poaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Piptochaetium avenaceum is a perennial grass native to eastern North America, characterized by slender leaves and distinctive twisted, hair-like awns.
Eastern Needlegrass
Piptochaetium Avenaceum
Piptochaetium avenaceum is a perennial grass native to eastern North America, characterized by slender leaves and distinctive twisted, hair-like awns.
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