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Smooth brome

Bromus inermis

Smooth brome
Photo: (c) Dustin Snider, some rights reserved (CC BY) ยท iNaturalist

About Smooth brome

Smooth brome is a wonderful native grass that brings movement and life to any garden space. Birds love to visit it for seeds and insects, making it a natural gathering spot for wildlife. The soft, feathery texture of this grass creates a gentle, naturalistic look that evolves beautifully through the seasons. Unlike flashy ornamentals, it offers quiet elegance and a sense of belonging in our local landscape.

Growing smooth brome is refreshingly simple. As a perennial, it comes back year after year without replanting. This grass belongs to the same family as wheat and corn, so it's naturally hardy and low-maintenance. Plant it in a spot with decent sun, water it during establishment, and then let nature do most of the work. You'll be rewarded with an easy-care native that looks lovely and supports your local wildlife. Give it a try!

Native to 50 states