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Deer Grass

 
California Native Plant
Plant photo of: Olea europaea
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer/MSN

 

Description

The Deer Grass is a warm season perennial that forms dense clumps from the base. The spike-like flower stalks grow 2'-3' tall and this grass has striking foundation form. The Deer Grass is native to California, is drought tolerant, and is a beneficialinsect plant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Grass

 

Height Range

03-1

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Darkgreen, Green, Lightgreen

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Going "green" in your garden could save you 50,000 gallons of water each year and cut your maintenance by 60%.