Also known as Poverty Oat Grass · 0 saves
Danthonia
Danthonia, the genus most gardeners know as poverty oat grass. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Danthonia varieties
Species of Danthonia
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Danthonia in Sow
Save the Danthonia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Danthonia questions
How many types of Danthonia are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Danthonia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Danthonia grow in?
Across its varieties, Danthonia covers USDA Zones 4–8. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Danthonia bloom?
Most Danthonia varieties bloom in late spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Danthonia should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.