Arizona Brome
Bromus arizonicus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Apr, May, Jun
Native to
AZ, CA, NM, NV and 1 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Arizona brome is a native annual grass that grows in upright clumps reaching up to 3 feet tall. It produces delicate seed heads in spring and early summer before going dormant in the heat. This drought-tolerant grass provides natural movement and texture to grassland landscapes.
In an HOA neighborhood
Arizona Brome takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Dies back completely as annual, leaving bare spots
- Can appear weedy or unkempt
- Seed heads may be seen as messy
Wildlife value
The grass supports bees and beetles during its spring blooming period. Seeds provide food for birds and small mammals.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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