Alopecurus rendlei, commonly known as Rendle’s Meadow Foxtail or Rendl’s Foxtail, is an annual grass native to temperate regions of Western and Central Europe, often found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas including riverbanks and roadsides. It grows at a moderate rate to a typical height of 1-1.5 feet (0.3-0.5 meters) and a width of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters). This grass is characterized by its soft, green foliage and cylindrical, yellowish flower spikes that bloom in the spring, adding a subtle charm to its surroundings. The flowers are not particularly showy but do provide a textural contrast in the garden.

Rendle’s Meadow Foxtail is valued for its adaptability and is used for creating naturalistic plantings and meadow gardens, as well as for erosion control due to its fibrous root system. It is also utilized in wildflower mixes to provide structure. This grass thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers medium to fast-draining soils such as clay, loam, or sandy types. It requires moderate watering but can tolerate periods of drought once established. While generally low-maintenance, it can self-seed prolifically, which may be undesirable in some garden settings.CC BY-SA 4.0