sweet vernal grass
Anthoxanthum odoratum
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Sweet vernal grass is a fragrant cool-season grass prized for its vanilla-like scent, especially when dried or crushed. It forms neat tufts and is often used in hay meadows, ornamental plantings, and dried arrangements.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
European
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Sweet vernal grass is a fragrant cool-season grass prized for its vanilla-like scent, especially when dried or crushed. It forms neat tufts and is often used in hay meadows, ornamental plantings, and dried arrangements.
Climate Match for your location
See how well sweet vernal grass grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
European
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation