How much sun does Pinewoods Finger Grass need?

Pinewoods Finger Grass grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Pinewoods Finger Grass bloom?

Pinewoods Finger Grass blooms in June, July, August, and September.

Where is Pinewoods Finger Grass native?

Pinewoods Finger Grass (Eustachys petraea) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

Is Pinewoods Finger Grass HOA-friendly?

Pinewoods Finger Grass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Pinewoods Finger Grass

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Eustachys petraea

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Pinewoods Finger Grass (Eustachys petraea) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

6"–24" H × 6"–18" W

Bloom

Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

AL, FL, GA, LA and 5 more states

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Middle Atlantic Coastal Plain Southeastern Plains Southern Coastal Plain Southern Florida Coastal Plain

Pinewoods finger grass is a low-growing native bunch grass that forms neat clumps in sunny, dry locations. It produces delicate finger-like seed heads from summer through fall and requires minimal water once established.

In an HOA neighborhood

Pinewoods Finger Grass is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

This grass provides seeds for birds and serves as host plant for several butterfly species. The clumping structure offers nesting material and shelter for small wildlife.

Common questions

How much sun does Pinewoods Finger Grass need?: Pinewoods Finger Grass grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Pinewoods Finger Grass bloom?: Pinewoods Finger Grass blooms in June, July, August, and September.
Where is Pinewoods Finger Grass native?: Pinewoods Finger Grass (Eustachys petraea) is native to AL, FL, GA, LA and 5 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
Is Pinewoods Finger Grass HOA-friendly?: Pinewoods Finger Grass is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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