
Hierochloe odorata - Wikipedia
Hierochloe odorata or Anthoxanthum nitens[2] (commonly known as sweet grass, manna grass, Mary's grass or vanilla grass, and as holy grass in the UK, [4] bison grass e.g. by Polish vodka producers …
Tips for Planting and Caring for Sweetgrass
May 23, 2025 · Sweetgrass is an aromatic perennial prairie grass prized for its fresh scent. It is native to northern Europe and many parts of North America, naturally occurring in moist, cool meadows and …
Sweetgrass Landscaping: How to Plant, Grow, and Design
Aug 11, 2025 · Sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata) is a perennial grass known for its distinctive qualities in garden landscapes. It brings subtle elegance with fine-bladed foliage and an upright growth habit.
NativeTech: Native American Uses for Sweetgrass
Sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata) has a sweet, long-lasting aroma that is even stronger when the grass has been harvested and dried and is then moistened or burned. In the Great Lakes region, …
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SWEETGRASS
Sweetgrass was the most popular perfumery of the Blackfeet, who braided it and kept it with their clothes like a sachet or carried it in small bags (McClintock 1909).
Simple Ways to Identify Sweetgrass: 10 Steps (with Pictures)
Apr 29, 2024 · Sweetgrass, botanically known known as Hierochloe odorata or Anthoxanthum, is a tall, flowering grass that grows near wetlands and rivers across the United States and Canada. This plant …
How to Grow Sweetgrass: Complete Guide from Seed to Harvest
Aug 6, 2023 · Learn proven techniques for growing sweetgrass successfully. Expert guide covers propagation, planting, care, harvesting, and traditional braiding methods.
15 Essential Tips for Growing and Harvesting Sweetgrass
Mar 15, 2025 · Sweetgrass, a fragrant plant often used in weaving and ceremonies, requires a bit of care and knowledge to thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, …
Sweet Grass - Heirochloe odorata | Prairie Nursery
Sweet Grass is a cool-season grass that spreads easily by rhizome to form a patch. Known for its aromatic vanilla-scented leaves, it is burned and used ceremonially in North American indigenous …
Sweetgrass and White Sagebrush: Native Plants with Medicinal Uses
Jul 16, 2025 · Sweetgrass has a variety of cultural and medicinal uses among Indigenous people. The plant’s leaves can grow up to 30 inches, making it perfect for basket weaving. Many tribes drink …