100 Ornamental Foxtail Barley (AKA Squirreltail) Grass Seeds Other common name: Squirreltail Grass Ornamental Foxtail Barley (AKA Squirreltail) Grass Seeds - If you like native ornamental grasses, try growing Foxtail Barley grass seeds. It is also commonly called Squirrel Tail Grass, and it prefers full sun and moist to dry conditions. Season: Perennial Foliage Color: Green Flower Color: White to pink Soil Requirement: Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions Full sun to partial shade Planting Directions; Temperature: 70 Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days ,Light Required, Surface sow and then light cover no more than 1/8th inch Keep seeds moist until germination