An attractive ornamental grass for naturalistic borders and wildflower gardens, this semi-evergreen perennial forms neat, clump-forming tufts of blue-green foliage.

From late spring into summer, upright stems carry delicate, nodding flowerheads shaped like small hearts or lockets. These emerge green with a purple flush and gradually fade to buff as they mature.

Briza media is compact and low maintenance, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established. The distinctive seedheads are ideal for cutting and drying. Commonly known as quaking grass, it adds movement and subtle texture to borders and meadow-style planting.