Hairy Woodland Brome
Bromus pubescens
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
12"–48" H × 6"–24" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AR
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Hairy woodland brome is a native perennial grass that forms loose clumps in partially shaded areas. It produces delicate seed heads from late spring through summer and prefers woodland edges or naturalized areas with consistent moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hairy Woodland 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.
- Looks wild and weedy rather than ornamental
- Seed heads can appear unkempt
- Not recognizable as intentional landscaping to most homeowners
Wildlife value
This native grass provides seeds for birds and nesting material for small wildlife. The foliage offers cover for ground-dwelling creatures in woodland garden settings.
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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