Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00002345
11/12/99
Alopecurus pratensis var. aureus--Yellow Foxtail
Hardiness Zones: 6 to 9
Height: 15 in Spacing: 24 in
Type: herbaceous perennial
Comments: Yellow Foxtail is an evergreen grass with green
and yellow leaves. The yellow variegations are along the
margins (Vis. 1) with the center of the leaf remaining
green. It is reported as being noninvasive. The plant
requires a moist soil but dislikes both wet or dry soil.
Avoid hot, dry sites.
Propagation: Divide the plant in spring.
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