Description

Sweet Vernal Grass Plug Plants Anthoxanthum odoratum

Common names include vanilla grass.

A compact perennial grass known for its sweet, vanilla-like scent, especially when cut or dried. Flowering from April to July, sweet vernal grass is one of the first grasses to bloom, making it valuable for early-season insects and as an early seed source for birds. Its fine, airy flower heads bring lightness and texture to meadows, verges, and wildlife gardens.

Thriving in a wide range of soils, including poor or acidic ground, this hardy grass is a key component of traditional hay meadows and wildflower swards. It establishes readily and can help add structure and scent to species-rich grasslands.

Our strong, healthy plug plants are grown in 40cc cell trays and ready to plant straight into their final position.

Sourced from UK-grown native stock, these plugs are ideal for meadow restoration and wildlife-friendly planting.

We recommend planting 5–7 plugs per square metre for the best effect.