Meadow Foxtail Collection

Wild Grasses. 1. meadow Foxtail 2. yorkshire Fog 3. yellow Oat Grass 4. timothy Grass 5. sweet Vernal Grass 6
Wild Grasses. 1.meadow Foxtail 2.yorkshire Fog 3.yellow Oat Grass 4.timothy Grass 5.sweet Vernal Grass 6.meadow Fescue 7.sheeps Fescue 8.common Bent Grass

A Young Girl in a Field of Salvia, Oxeye Daisies and Meadow Foxtail, (w / c, gouache)
1195842 A Young Girl in a Field of Salvia, Oxeye Daisies and Meadow Foxtail, (w/c, gouache) by Makovsky, Konstantin Egorovich (1839-1915)

Chief Grasses of the Farm (colour litho)
3653407 Chief Grasses of the Farm (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chief Grasses of the Farm)

flowering Meadow Foxtail (Alopecurus pratensis) in a meadow, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland

Illustration of Alopecurus pratensis (Meadow Foxtail)

Alopecurus pratensis (meadow foxtail)
Illustration of a Alopecurus pratensis (meadow foxtail)

Types of grass engraving 1873
Facts for Farmers - Materials fror Land-owners about Domestic Animals, Gardens and Vineyards, Edited by Solon Robinson in Two Volumens New York, A.J.Johnson 1873

Meadow foxtail (Alopecurus pratensis)
Meadow foxtail (Alopecurus pratensis ssp. pratensis). Photographed in Narke, Sweden

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Meadow foxtail, also known as Alopecurus pratensis, is a beautiful grass species commonly found in meadows and pastures. With its distinctive fluffy seed heads resembling fox tails, this plant adds a touch of whimsy to any landscape. Meadow foxtail is not only aesthetically pleasing but also serves an important ecological role by providing food and shelter for various wildlife species. This perennial grass thrives in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate both sun and partial shade. Its dense clumps of bright green foliage create a lush carpet-like effect that enhances the overall beauty of any garden or natural area. Meadow foxtail blooms from late spring to early summer, producing delicate spikelets that sway gracefully in the breeze. Gardeners and landscapers often use meadow foxtail as a ground cover or ornamental accent due to its low maintenance requirements and ability to withstand moderate foot traffic. This versatile grass is also valued for its erosion control properties, making it an ideal choice for stabilizing slopes or stream banks.