Roughhair Rosette Grass
Dichanthelium strigosum
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
8"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, FL, GA, LA and 6 more states
Roughhair rosette grass is a perennial that forms compact clumps with narrow, textured leaves. This warm-season grass blooms from late spring through fall with delicate seed heads that add subtle movement to the landscape.
In an HOA neighborhood
Roughhair Rosette Grass 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.
- Rough, wild appearance may look unkempt
- Seed heads can appear weedy to conventional standards
- Small stature makes it less recognizable as intentional landscaping
Wildlife value
This grass provides nesting material and cover for small birds and beneficial insects. The seeds serve as food for songbirds and ground-feeding wildlife.
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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