Field Brome

Overview

Field Brome (Bromus arvensis) is an annual to biennial grass species found in many parts of the world. It is a common weed in grain fields and along roadsides, but is also cultivated as a forage and turf grass. It has short, flattened, silvery-green leaves and stems that grow up to two feet tall. Its yellow to purple flowered inflorescences appear in late spring and summer. It prefers sunny locations and can grow in a variety of soils. It is hardy and drought tolerant. Field Brome is often used in native plant landscaping and is also well-known for its ability to spread quickly and become a nuisance in unmanaged areas.

Care Guide