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Yellow Foxtail Grass

Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus'

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Overview

Yellow Foxtail Grass, Alopecurus pratensis 'Aureus', is a striking perennial with vibrant golden-yellow foliage. This ornamental grass grows to a height of approx. 12-24 inches and a spread of up to 20 inches. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Its soft, brush-like inflorescences add texture, contrasting beautifully with darker greens. Ideal for borders, it provides movement and seasonal interest. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–9Type Grass, Ground cover
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; scientifically known as Alopecurus, image 94
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; scientifically known as Alopecurus pratensisYellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — When designing a landscapeYellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — This ornamental grass grows to a height of approx; yellow Foxtail Grass reaches a modest, image 38Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — scientifically known as Alopecurus pratensis 'Aureus'; brush-like flower spikes that emerge, image 43Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8; its soft, brush-like inflorescences add texture, contrastingYellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — making it a versatile choice for borders; as a striking cultivar of the Meadow Foxtail, image 48+95

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Grass, Ground cover
Family
Poaceae

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Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; scientifically known as Alopecurus, image 94
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; scientifically known as Alopecurus pratensis
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — When designing a landscape
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — This ornamental grass grows to a height of approx; yellow Foxtail Grass reaches a modest, image 38
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — scientifically known as Alopecurus pratensis 'Aureus'; brush-like flower spikes that emerge, image 43
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 8; its soft, brush-like inflorescences add texture, contrasting
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — making it a versatile choice for borders; as a striking cultivar of the Meadow Foxtail, image 48
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — making it a versatile choice for borders
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Yellow Foxtail Grass reaches a modest height of approximately 12 to 24 inches; this, image 101
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — As a striking cultivar of the Meadow Foxtail; ideal for borders, it provides movement and, image 45
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Its soft, brush-like inflorescences add texture, contrasting beautifully with darker greens; it thrives
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — scientifically known as Alopecurus pratensis 'Aureus'
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — grass / ground cover for full or half; while it is a relatively low-maintenance plant, image 54
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — When designing a landscape; is an ornamental grass renowned for its vivid, image 71
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — grass / ground cover for full or half; while it is a relatively low-maintenance plant
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Yellow Foxtail Grass reaches a modest height of approximately 12 to 24 inches
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — welcoming a variety of pollinators to the garden
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — is a striking perennial with vibrant golden-yellow foliage
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — grass / ground cover for full or half; while it is a relatively low-maintenance plant, image 72
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Ideal for borders, it provides movement and seasonal interest; 12-24 inches and a spread of, image 96
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — 12-24 inches and a spread of up to 20 inches; grass / ground cover for full or half, image 93
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — is an ornamental grass renowned for its vivid; when designing a landscape
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — 12-24 inches and a spread of up to 20 inches; grass / ground cover for full or half
Yellow Foxtail Grass (Alopecurus Pratensis 'Aureus') — Its soft, brush-like inflorescences add texture, contrasting beautifully with darker greens, image 95
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