Propagation
Surface sow fresh seed during spring in a well-drained media, and maintain a temperature of 16º to 18º C. (61º to 64º F). Prick out and pot up when they are large enough to handle.

Botanic information
Leaf: The glabrous dark green linear leaves have a membranous ligule that may be lobed and are arranged alternately along the stem or appear from the base. 

Flower: The spikelets have 1-floret and are arranged in a dense spike-like panicle that is up to 200mm (7¾in) long and are concealed by the 40mm (1⅝in) long silky awns that are commonly tinged in purple. They appear from spring to autumn.

Fruit: The small caryopsis (seeds) are viable but may be difficult to germinate.