10 Seeds Briza maxima Rattlesnake Grass Ornamental Annual Grass Easy to Grow

Briza maxima, commonly called rattlesnake grass, is an ornamental annual grass grown for its distinctive seed heads that resemble tiny rattles or quivering pendants. The plant forms loose, airy clumps of slender green foliage topped by delicate, drooping spikelets that move gracefully with the slightest breeze, adding texture and motion to beds, borders, and containers.
Often used in meadow-style plantings, cottage gardens, and dried arrangements, rattlesnake grass brings a light, informal quality to garden spaces. It grows quickly from seed in a single season, prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and its seed heads are long-lasting, making it a favorite for cut and dried floral work. It pairs well with other annual grasses and wildflowers.
Species: Briza maxima
Variety: Not applicable
Type: Annual ornamental grass
Plant_Habit: Clumping, upright to slightly lax
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average fertility
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: Grown as annual in most zones
Germination: 10-20 days at 65-70F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, keep moist
Spacing: 8-12 inches apart
Notes: Seed heads dry well for arrangements