Common Quaking Grass

Common Quaking Grass Care

Briza media

What is the plant

Quaking Grass is a perennial herbaceous plant that flowers from June to September. It's a perfect addition to bright flowers both in the garden and vase.

This Grass species came from England and Wales. Quaking-Grass has various common names, such as Cow-Quake, Earthquakes, Jiggle-Joggles, Quakers-and-Shakers, Tottergrass, and Wag-Wantons. Country birds consume seeds of Briza Media. This plant has no toxicity to birds, cats, dogs, horses, cattle, or people.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

-26°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

4 - 11

Difficulty

Easy

How to Care for the Plant

Water
During the first year, provide regular, thorough watering once every week to help the new roots establish. Wait until the top 1-2 in (2.5-5 cm) of the soil gets dry before watering again. Mature Quaking Grass is drought-tolerant and will need irrigation only during the most extended periods of drought. If you decide to keep your grass in a pot, let it have a drink every 4-5 days during the active period of growth.
Pruning
You can prune the grass when it reaches 7-15 in (20-40 cm) and has large inflorescences. Cut back the flower stems once the grass has withered. Slightly chop the leaves before the winter comes to stimulate new shoots.
Fertilizer
Your Quaking Grass can receive all nutrients from the fresh potting soil. Refresh the dirt early, and you won't need to fertilize it.

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Sunlight
Quaking Grass is a sun-loving plant, so let it grow in a full sunlight or a slightly shaded location.
Soil
Quaking Grass tolerates most soils – either regular, sandy, or clay. Soil moisture can be average, dry, or damp, while the pH of soil may be neutral, alkaline, or acid. The perfect solution will be to find the meager and not too nutrient-rich ground.
Propagation
Quaking Grass propagates by division, which increases the lifespan and vitality of the Briza Media. Divide the sprouts at the start of Spring. Dig up the mother plant and cut it into sections of 2-3 buds. Use a sharp knife or a spade for it. You can plant the sprouts at the new place right away.

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Temperature
The perfect temperature for the Quaking Grass to grow is about 55°F (13°C). Briza Media is tolerant of low temperatures at -15 °F (-26°C).
Container
Plant the Quaking Grass outside at 1/8 in (3 mm) deep in Late Summer or following the last frost with a spacing of 12 in (30 cm). If you grow it indoors, use peat pots. Choose a 6,5 in (16 cm) deep container for indoor breeding. Spacing should be the same as for outdoor growing — 12 in (30 cm) apart.
Fun fact
Quaking Grass got its name from elegant branching heads which tremble or quake in the breeze.