Bunny’s Tail Grass Seeds (Lagurus ovatus)

Bunny’s Tail Grass is a delightful ornamental grass grown for its soft, fluffy seed heads that resemble little rabbit tails. Compact and charming, this annual grass produces tufted, silky panicles that turn from pale green to creamy white as they mature. It is excellent for borders, containers, wildlife gardens, and makes a superb addition to dried flower arrangements. Easy to grow and highly versatile, it adds both movement and texture to summer displays.

What Makes It Special

• Unique fluffy “bunny tail” seed heads

• Excellent for fresh or dried flower arrangements

• Compact and suitable for pots or borders

• Loved for adding texture to floral displays and garden edges

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lagurus ovatus

• Common name: Bunny’s Tail Grass / Hare’s-tail Grass

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 30–45 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Patio containers

• Dried flower arrangements

• Wildlife-friendly gardens

• Coastal and low-maintenance planting

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or direct sow outdoors in April–June

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of well-drained seed compost or prepared soil

   • Lightly cover with fine soil or vermiculite

   • Keep moist until germination (10–20 days)

3. Transplant/Thin: Space plants 20–25 cm apart

4. Care: Minimal care needed; drought-tolerant once established. Cut seed heads for drying when fluffy.