Torrey’s melic

A floppy looking, bunch grass; grows to 2′ tall x 1 foot wide. Good looking, very adaptable, drought tolerant grass. Dormant in the late summer. Space 2 ft apart.

Commonly found in chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and oak woodland habitats.

Useful in rock or shade gardens especially with Sticky Monkey flower, ferns, California honeysuckle, and currant or gooseberry.

Can add balance and finish to a native garden, particularly if grouped, allowing it to create fine textured clumps.

Lifeform: Grass

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Rocky, Sand

Other: Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant