Round-Seed Rosette Grass
Dichanthelium polyanthes
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, CT, DE and 23 more states
Pollinators
bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Dichanthelium polyanthes is a native bunch grass that forms attractive clumps in partial sun locations. It produces delicate seed heads from summer through fall and tolerates average moisture conditions well.
In an HOA neighborhood
Round-Seed Rosette Grass is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: foundation, mid zone, backyard only.
- May appear too informal for conservative HOAs
- Seed heads could be perceived as untidy by some
Wildlife value
This grass attracts bees during its blooming period and provides seed for birds in late summer and fall.
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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