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Greater Quaking Grass (Briza maxima)
Botanical Name: Briza maxima
Type: Hardy Annual

Greater Quaking Grass is a graceful, eye-catching grass prized for its pendulous, heart-shaped seed heads that “quake” in the slightest breeze. This dramatic movement adds texture and softness to borders, wildflower meadows, and container displays. Easy to grow from seed, it brings a delicate, ornamental flair to any garden and is perfect for cutting and drying for floral arrangements.

Plant Details

Type: Hardy annual
Height: 20–40cm
Spread: 10–20cm
Flowers: June – September (seed heads)
Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: Mar – May outdoors
Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C
Spacing: 20–25cm apart
Care: Water moderately; prefers sunny, well-drained positions

Why You’ll Love It

Delicate, trembling heart-shaped seed heads
Adds movement and texture to borders and meadows
Easy to grow from seed
Perfect for fresh or dried floral arrangements

Top Tip

Sow in succession for extended flowering and harvest of seed heads. Dry seed heads upright in a cool, airy place for long-lasting decorative use.

Perfect For

Cottage and wildflower gardens
Cut and dried flower arrangements
Border edging and naturalistic planting
Pollinator-friendly gardens

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